Research Center: UC San Diego Health
Primary Location: 9333 Genesee Avenue,#340 San Diego, CA 92121
Lead Doctor: Dr. Sanjay Agarwal
IRB Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by UC San Diego Institutional Review Board

Background

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects 5 –10% of reproductive aged women. Common symptoms include dysmenorrhea, non-menstrual pelvic pain and painful sexual intercourse. 

All currently available medical therapies to treat endometriosis prevent or contradict pregnancy, thus not providing a good option for those women looking to conceive. Hence, researchers at the University of California San Diego are exploring a potential new treatment to control symptoms and inflammation associated with endometriosis without preventing fertility.

This study seeks women who currently suffer from endometriosis. Participants are required to attend approximately 13 study visits at the research site over a 6-month period and will be compensated up to $600 for participating in this study.

Why Participate? 

• You may experience reduced symptoms of endometriosis.
• You will be compensated up to $600 for participating in this study.
• You will be helping to advance medical research in endometriosis.

Your Rights

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time.
• Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by law.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

• Women aged 18-45 diagnosed with endometriosis.
• Has a regular menstrual cycle of between 24-32 days.
• Pelvic pain or cramps with periods.