Can a common steroid help cancer patients breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT03367156
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether the steroid dexamethasone can reduce shortness of breath (dyspnea) in people with cancer. About 135 cancer patients with moderate to severe breathing difficulty took part. Researchers measured changes in their breathlessness over one to two weeks to see if the drug provides relief.
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Locations
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Harris Health System Settegast Health Center
Houston, Texas, 77028, United States
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Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
Houston, Texas, 77026, United States
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States