RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06268717

GI Alpha-Gal Study

Understanding Gastrointestinal Alpha-Gal Syndrome: (GI Alpha-Gal Study)

Sponsor

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Oct 17, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Diarrhea Alpha-Gal Syndrome Vomiting Irritable Bowel Syndrome Abdominal Pain

Summary

This is a double-blind, crossover food challenge study using pork with and without α-gal in patients with a clinical diagnosis of gastrointestinal (GI)- α-gal allergy, and to investigate the pathophysiology underlying their symptoms.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 99 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying Ground pork containing alpha-gal and Pork meat not containing alpha-gal for people with abdominal pain, alpha-gal syndrome, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 99 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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