Aromatherapy for stem cell transplant patients
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests if inhaling essential oils can help patients who are having a stem cell transplant after high-dose chemotherapy. It aims to see if this is a feasible and acceptable way to feel better during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 years old or older
- You are admitted to the hospital for an autologous stem cell transplant with a specific chemotherapy (melphalan)
- You agree to have your interviews recorded
- You are not currently using essential oils in any form
- You do not have a known allergy or sensitivity to essential oils
- You do not have any condition that affects your sense of smell, like chronic nasal congestion or lung disease
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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