Relation Between Internal Vaginal Douching and Vaginal Infections in Intrauterine Contraceptive D… (NCT03261804) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Relation Between Internal Vaginal Douching and Vaginal Infections in Intrauterine Contraceptive Device Users
Egypt604 participantsStarted 2018-06-01
Plain-language summary
To determine the effect of performing internal vaginal douching on the frequency and severity and type of vaginal infections in IUD users
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 48 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* 1- Women currently using cu IUD for at least 6 months before the study 2-Within the age 18-48 years 3-Accept to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* 1-Woman who are using a contraceptive method other than IUD 2-Any other endocrinal disease like DM , thyroid ……etc 3- Patient under chemotherapy for treatment of cancer 4- antibiotic and Steroid users 5-inperfect IUD place
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This study looked at vaginal douching habits in women who use IUDs — based on what it found, should I change or stop any douching routine I currently have to lower my risk of vaginal infections?
2Since this trial is completed, has my doctor seen the results, and do those results suggest that IUD users who douche get infections more often than those who don't?
3I use an IUD for contraception — does my doctor think my personal hygiene practices are putting me at higher risk for the kinds of vaginal infections this study was measuring?
4If this research suggests a link between douching and vaginal infections in IUD users, would switching my hygiene routine be enough to reduce my risk, or should we also discuss whether an IUD is still the right contraceptive choice for me?
5Are there specific types of vaginal infections — like bacterial vaginosis or yeast infections — that this study focused on, and should I be watching for any particular symptoms given that I use an IUD?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.