Pharyngitis

This study tests whether thalidomide can reduce or stop fever episodes in children with PFAPA syndrome, a condition causing repeated fevers and sore throats. About 106 children aged 3 to 18 will take either thalidomide or colchicine daily for 6 months. Researchers will track how …

This study will test four medical devices (HMG, PHN, PHR, TUR) in 160 adults with sore throat from acute pharyngitis or viral tonsillitis. The goal is to see if they are safe and help reduce symptoms like pain when swallowing. Participants will use the device for up to 7 days and…

This study is testing a special gel made from hyaluronan (a natural substance) to see if it can quickly ease discomfort in the throat and nose for people with chronic rhinitis and pharyngitis. Thirty adults with these conditions will use the gel twice daily for 10 days. The main …

This study tests whether a flurbiprofen spray or ice cream can reduce throat pain and improve voice quality after thyroid removal. One hundred adults having thyroid surgery will receive either the spray, ice cream, or a placebo spray five hours after their operation. Researchers …

This study looks at whether watching cartoons or listening to breath-synchronized interactive stories can help children aged 6-9 feel less afraid and more comfortable while using a nebulizer for breathing medication. About 96 children with respiratory conditions will be randomly …

This study tests if applying cold (cryotherapy) to the wrist before a blood draw from the artery can reduce pain. It involves 258 adults with chronic respiratory diseases who need this test. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to make the procedure less painful.

This study will collect blood samples from 30,000 adults in the UK with various health conditions, including blood clots, infections, heart disease, diabetes, and more. The samples will be used to develop and fine-tune new diagnostic tests for the cobas® lumira device, which allo…