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Brief Title: Alterations in the Vaginal Microenvironment Using a Non-pharmacological Intervention
Official Title: Alterations in the Vaginal Microenvironment Using a Non-pharmacological Intervention for Breast Cancer Patients Treated With Aromatase Inhibitors
Study ID: NCT03739983
Brief Summary: Breast cancer patients commonly take medications to reduce the risk of recurrence, including aromatase inhibitors (AIs). AIs can cause significant side effects that reduce patient adherence. Early discontinuation of AI therapy results in an increased risk of cancer recurrence and increased risk of breast cancer-related death. Common side effects include vaginal dryness and vulvovaginal atrophy leading to worsening sexual function. To increase AI adherence, the investigators will study a non-pharmaceutical Vaginal Renewal Program (VRP) aimed at stimulating nitric oxide production to consequently increase vaginal lubrication, and improve the symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy.
Detailed Description:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligible Ages: ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: FEMALE
Healthy Volunteers: No
University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Name: Ryan Spencer
Affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Madison
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR