Comparing antibiotics and corticosteroids for breast inflammation
Part of Skin, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two common treatments—antibiotics versus corticosteroid pills—to see which works better for granulomatous lobular mastitis (GLM), a type of breast inflammation. Participating may help find the best way to treat your condition.
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Who can take part
- You must be a woman diagnosed with granulomatous lobular mastitis (GLM)
- You must be willing to participate and come to follow-up visits
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding
- You cannot be currently taking antibiotics or steroids for this condition and already getting better
- You cannot have uncontrolled diabetes or a weakened immune system
- You cannot be allergic to the study medications or have reasons you cannot take oral steroids or methotrexate
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