Sniffing away sickness: essential oils tested for chemo nausea
NCT ID NCT07126301
First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial explores whether inhaling essential oils like peppermint, lavender, or ginger can help reduce nausea and anxiety in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy infusions. Current anti-nausea drugs often cause constipation and fatigue, so researchers are looking for gentler options. The study will test how feasible and satisfying aromatherapy is for patients, comparing the oils to a scent-free jojoba oil placebo.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- essential oils (peppermint, lavender, ginger, jojoba placebo)
- What this could lead to
- If aromatherapy proves feasible and effective, it could offer a natural, side-effect-free way to manage nausea and anxiety during chemotherapy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study, not a large efficacy trial. Previous studies have shown mixed results, and the placebo effect may play a role.
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Conditions
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Locations
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City of Hope Medical Center
Duarte, California, 91010, United States
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City of Hope at Irvine Lennar
Irvine, California, 92618, United States
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