Farmer's lung disease
MONDO:0001971A hypersensitivity pneumonitis caused by the repeated exposure and inhalation of biological dust (such as hay dust, mold spores, or other agricultural products). It is considered a type II hypersensitivity inflammatory reaction. In the acute phase, signs and symptoms include fever, chills, cough, dyspnea, headache, and chest tightness. The subacute phase manifests as chronic cough, dyspnea, anorexia, and weight loss. The chronic phase results from the prolonged exposure to the antigen and is characterized by severe dyspnea and irreversible damage to the lungs.
Also known as: farmer lung, farmer's lung
76 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Farmer's lung disease itself.
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Can a smartphone app replace hospital rehab for lung disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a digital rehabilitation programme called I-IMPACT can be a practical alternative to traditional centre-based pulmonary rehabilitation for adults with interstitial lung disease (ILD). The study will compare the two approaches, focusing on feasibility—such…
Sponsor: University Hospitals, Leicester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart cap aims to boost medication adherence in lung disease patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test if a smart pill bottle cap, called FORTISKAP™, helps people with serious lung diseases like pulmonary fibrosis, sarcoidosis, and pulmonary hypertension take their oral medications more consistently. About 100 participants will either use the smart cap or rece…
Sponsor: Cosmos Rx, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Massive asthma study tests phone apps and simple home fixes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis large study aims to create a digital screening and management system for adults with asthma and allergies. Nearly 10,000 participants will use a smartphone platform to track symptoms and receive guidance on three non-drug strategies: avoiding allergens (like dust mites), inc…
Sponsor: Beijing Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Radioactive tracer aims to light up hidden lung scarring
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingResearchers at Mayo Clinic are testing an investigational radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to see how it distributes in the lungs of people with interstitial lung disease. About 10 participants with a clinical diagnosis of ILD and lung abnormalities on a recent CT scan rece…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Inhaled xenon gas could reveal hidden lung vessel disease without catheter
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing a noninvasive MRI technique that uses inhaled hyperpolarized xenon gas to measure lung function in adults with interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, and systemic sclerosis. The study includes about 51 participants, including healthy volunteers…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bastiaan Driehuys • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality offers a new way to breathe easier for lung disease patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) program that guides slow, controlled breathing and arm exercises can help people with interstitial lung disease (ILD) manage symptoms like breathlessness and fatigue. Participants will either use a VR headset or follow printed instr…
Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Warehouse workers test wearable robot suits to prevent back pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether wearing a back-support exoskeleton during daily warehouse work can reduce back pain, sick leave, and discomfort. About 90 full-time workers in a Danish warehouse will either use the device or continue normal work for 18 months. Researchers will track pain…
Sponsor: Aalborg University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New allergy shot for teens enters early safety testing
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new injection called JYB1904 in 12 teenagers aged 12-17 with allergies like hay fever, asthma, or food allergies. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Participants will be closely monitored for side effects and …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jemincare • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Pilates for lungs: new study tests gentle exercise for breathing problems
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supervised Clinical Pilates program can improve physical function, breathing, and quality of life in 58 adults with interstitial lung disease (ILD). Participants are randomly assigned to either Pilates sessions plus standard care or standard care alone.…
Sponsor: Recep Tayyip Erdogan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Lung rehab may strengthen breathing muscles in scarred lung disease
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingInterstitial lung diseases cause lung scarring and stiffness, making it hard to breathe. This study will test whether an 8-week pulmonary rehabilitation program—including walking, cycling, and strength exercises—can improve diaphragm function, exercise ability, and quality of lif…
Sponsor: Hospital Civil de Guadalajara • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Spotting hidden blood clots in scarred lungs: a study hunts for clues
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingPeople with interstitial lung disease (ILD) can suddenly get much worse, but it is hard to tell if the cause is a lung flare-up or a blood clot in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). This observational study will follow 70 adults with ILD who come to the hospital with worsening breat…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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How safe is bronchoscopy for ILD patients? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will track 427 adults with interstitial lung disease (ILD) who need a bronchoscopy as part of their care. Researchers want to see how often complications happen within 30 days after the procedure. The goal is to better understand the risks so doctors can make safer cho…
Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a simple survey predict workplace pain?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to develop and test a new questionnaire to screen for work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) — aches and pains caused by job tasks. Researchers will ask 250 biopharmaceutical workers to fill out the new tool along with standard surveys. The goal is to see …
Sponsor: Sahmyook University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Lung wash test could unlock secrets of scarring lung diseases
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use a procedure called bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) to collect fluid from the lungs of 66 adults with suspected interstitial lung disease (ILD). The fluid will be analyzed to identify specific inflammatory cells, which may help doctors distinguish between differen…
Sponsor: Maha Ahmed Abd EL Gawad Mohammed Okasha • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC