Long Beach, CANCT05367245Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Gulf War Illness Clinical Trial in Long Beach, CA

Access cutting-edge gulf war illness treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Long Beach. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development

Quick Self-Assessment

See if you qualify for this Long Beach location

Preparing your pre-screening questions...

Expert Care in Long Beach

Access gulf war illness specialists at no cost

IRB Approved

This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

No-Cost Care

All study-related gulf war illness treatment provided free

Apply for This Long Beach Location

Check if you qualify for this gulf war illness clinical trial in Long Beach, CA

Secure & Confidential

Your information is protected and will only be shared with the research team.

Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Long Beach

    Convenient for CA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Long Beach site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Gulf War Illness Study in Long Beach

The primary objective of this clinical trial is to determine if treatment with Butyrate formulation that consists of butyric acid as calcium and magnesium derivatives (Ca-Mg Butyrate) improves the physical function of men and women Veterans suffering from Gulf War Illness (GWI). The primary outcome measure is a change from baseline on the Short Form Health Survey 36-item (VSF-36), with respect to physical functioning and symptoms. The secondary outcome will focus on the drug's role in (a) restor

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Gulf war era veteran deployed 40 and 70 years old, in good health by medical history prior to 1990 meeting GWI case definition of CDC and Kansas criteria and
currently have no

Exclusion Criteria

ary diagnoses (self- reported) that could reasonably explain the symptoms of their fatiguing illness. The severity of illness is moderate to severe, scoring less than 30 of 100 on the physical domain of VSF36 . Exclusion Criteria:
Untreated schizophrenia,
Untreated bipolar disorder,
Untreated delusional disorders,
Untreated dementias of any type and
active alcoholism or drug abuse.
Medical conditions excluded include (i) organ failure, (ii) defined rheumatologic inflammatory disorders, and (iii) transplant.
Use of Butyrate in any form in the 3 months prior to study drug, medications that would impact gut motility, diarrhea, chronic pain, and immune function e.g., steroids, (Last 3 months)
immunosuppressive drugs or biologic response modifiers within 3 months of

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Long Beach?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05367245) has an active research site in Long Beach, CA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Gulf War Illness Treatment Options in Long Beach, CA

If you're searching for gulf war illness treatment options in Long Beach, CA, this clinical trial (NCT05367245) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Long Beach research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced gulf war illness specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all gulf war illness clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

More Lupus Nephritis Trials in Long Beach, CA

See all lupus nephritis clinical trials recruiting in Long Beach — not just this study.

Browse Lupus Nephritis Trials in Long Beach

Browse More Trials by Condition

Ready to Join in Long Beach?

Take the first step toward participating in this groundbreaking clinical trial

Secure · Expert Care · Long Beach, CA