Herbal capsule for radiation proctitis after pelvic radiation
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a Chinese herbal capsule (Five-Flavor Sophora Flavescens) to see if it helps heal radiation-induced proctitis—inflammation of the rectum caused by pelvic radiation. It may be an option for people who have symptoms like bleeding or pain and want a non-steroid treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You are currently getting radiation therapy to the pelvic area (like for prostate or cervical cancer).
- You have radiation proctitis (inflammation of the rectum) that causes symptoms like bleeding or pain, and a stool test shows blood or inflammation.
- Your blood counts and liver/kidney function are within normal limits.
- You have not had radiation to the pelvis or abdomen before.
- You have not used other treatments for radiation proctitis (like mesalamine, steroids, or hyperbaric oxygen) in the past month.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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