Treating Severe MGD in Children and Teens
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial studies a treatment for severe Meibomian Gland Disease (MGD) in children and teens. MGD affects the tiny oil glands in your eyelids, which can cause dry, irritated eyes. The goal is to find a safe and effective way to help young patients with this condition.
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Who can take part
- You are a child or teenager (under 18) with severe Meibomian Gland Disease (MGD).
- You do not have thyroid disease, autoimmune disease, or diabetes.
- You have not had eye surgery (except LASIK/PRK) or major eye injury.
- You do not have active eye infections, severe allergic conjunctivitis, epilepsy, or migraines.
- If female, you are not pregnant or nursing.
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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