Ear Acupuncture plus Dexamethasone for Nausea from Trastuzumab Deruxtecan
This trial tests if adding ear acupuncture to a standard anti-nausea medicine (dexamethasone) works better for nausea and vomiting caused by the breast cancer drug trastuzumab deruxtecan. The goal is to help you feel better during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have breast cancer and are scheduled to receive trastuzumab deruxtecan (a targeted cancer drug).
- You are well enough to be up and about (ECOG score 0-2 means you can do daily activities with minimal or no help).
- Your blood counts, liver, and kidney function are within safe ranges (your doctor will check these).
- You do not have an infection or bleeding risk in your ear, serious heart or brain problems, or severe uncontrolled health conditions.
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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