Lavender scent for anxiety and pain during awake ENT procedures
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Hormones & metabolism, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether smelling lavender essential oil during an awake ear, nose, or throat procedure can help reduce anxiety and pain. If you qualify, you may receive the lavender scent during your procedure and report how you feel.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You are having an ear, nose, or throat procedure done while awake (not asleep)
- You are not allergic to fragrances
- You have not taken pain relievers (like ibuprofen or stronger) in the last 2 days
- You have not taken anxiety, depression, sleep, or sedating allergy medications regularly in the last 4 weeks
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have not been in another research study in the last 30 days
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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