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Emory Healthcare Clinical Trial
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AIM Asthma
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Summary
Studying the causes and triggers asthma is an important part of understanding and managing this disease. Although some people have suggested that alcohol consumption may affect asthma, little is known about how consistent alcohol use may affect the amount of inflammation present in the lungs and whether consistent alcohol use makes the airways more narrow and stiff. Through this study we hope to learn more about how alcohol can affect asthma.
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Study Involves
Observational only
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Inclusion Criteria
Age: 18-65
Sex: Males and females
Ethnic Origin: All races and ethnicities are needed
Diagnosis required to participate: Physician-diagnosed asthma and either: do not drink alcohol or regularly consume 3 or more alcoholic beverages per day.
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Exclusion Criteria
Currently taking Prednisone or other steroid pills.
Currently smoke (or quit smoking less than 1 year ago).
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Patient Involvement
2-3 visits lasting 2-4 hours each
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Contact Information
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| Amy Anderson, RN |
(404) 686-5437 |
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