Stomach pain mystery: why do some patients stay sick despite treatment?
NCT ID NCT05513040
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study followed 300 adults with functional dyspepsia (chronic stomach discomfort) who were taking standard medications like acid reducers or antidepressants. The goal was to see which factors—such as anxiety or sleep problems—might predict whether symptoms improve after 6 months. Researchers hope to better understand why 20-50% of patients don't get relief from current treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors identify which patients with functional dyspepsia are less likely to improve with standard medications, allowing for more personalized treatment plans.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a test of a new treatment. It only looks at existing medications and cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Lanzhou University Second Hospital
Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China
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Xijing 986 Hospita
Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China
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Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases
Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China