Acupuncture for breast cancer patients with mood or sleep problems
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at how acupuncture (including ear acupuncture) can help women with breast cancer who also have emotional issues like anxiety, depression, trouble sleeping, or fatigue. It aims to see if this treatment improves their quality of life.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be female, between 18 and 70 years old.
- You must have a confirmed breast cancer diagnosis (by biopsy or other lab test).
- You must have at least one of these symptoms: anxiety, depression, trouble sleeping, or cancer-related fatigue.
- You must be expected to live for at least another year.
- You must be able to communicate clearly and complete questionnaires.
- You must not have a severe mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or have any skin problems or allergies that would prevent ear acupuncture.
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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