Probiotic for gut symptoms in older adults
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a special probiotic (a beneficial bacteria) to see if it helps improve symptoms like constipation, bloating, and belly pain in people aged 50 to 65 who have not found relief with usual treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 65 years old.
- You have a functional gut disorder (like constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, or abdominal pain) diagnosed by a doctor.
- Your symptoms have lasted at least 6 months and have not improved with usual treatments.
- You have no other serious medical conditions such as cancer, heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or uncontrolled diabetes.
- You have not taken antibiotics, probiotics, or similar medications in the past 4 weeks.
- You are willing to give blood and stool samples and follow the study schedule.
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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