Vaginal Health Symptom Study with New Testing Method
Part of Infections, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to diagnose vaginal infections by collecting samples from the vagina. If you have symptoms like unusual discharge, itching, burning, or odor, this research may help improve how doctors identify what's causing your discomfort.
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Who can take part
- You are biologically female and at least 18 years old
- You have at least one vaginal symptom (such as discharge, itching, burning, odor, or painful intercourse)
- You are able to have a vaginal swab sample taken (a small brush or swab inserted into the vagina)
- You have not been enrolled in this same study before
- You do not have a medical condition that would make vaginal swab sampling unsafe or impossible for you
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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