Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis cause more than just painful period cramps. They can make living daily life feel impossible, from the excessive bleeding, painful intercourse, and unbearable pain.
Endometriosis affects nearly 10% of all women, while an estimated 20-50% of women have Uterine Fibroids. The symptoms of Uterine Fibroids and Endometriosis may cause people to experience infertility, pain during or after sex, and extremely painful period cramps. The Women’s Health Study is researching the effectiveness of an investigational treatment. If you qualify and choose to participate you will have access to a new option that may help improve your Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis symptoms.
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are between the ages of 18-50 (inclusive)
- Are sexually active with a male partner who has not had a vasectomy
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis
* As a study participant, all study-related care will be provided at no cost to you including the potential treatment.
Sign Up
What happens if I sign up? We will match you to a research center in your area that needs volunteers with Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis or notify you when one becomes available. The study team will then contact you, and you may have the opportunity to participate if qualified.
If you think you might like to participate in the Women’s Health Study or would like more information, please enter your information below so we can see if you may qualify and can contact you about the study. Keep in mind that participation is entirely voluntary. If you do decide to take part in the study, you may change your mind about participating at any time.
About Uterine Fibroids and Endometriosis
Uterine Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus. Uterine fibroids can be as small as a seed, to larger than a tennis ball.
Uterine Fibroids are extremely common and are estimated to affect between 20-50% of all women at some point in their life.
Endometriosis is when the tissue that makes up the uterine lining (the lining of the womb) is present on other organs inside your body. Endometriosis is usually found in the lower abdomen, or pelvis, but can appear anywhere in the body.
Women with Endometriosis often have lower abdominal pain, pain with periods, or pain with sexual intercourse, and may report having a hard time getting pregnant. On the other hand, some women with Endometriosis may not have any symptoms at all.
Both Uterine Fibroids and Endometriosis can share similar symptoms, including pain during and between periods.
Other symptoms include:
- Painful sex
- Painful urination
- Painful bowel movements
- Depression and fatigue
These symptoms may affect your daily life and make it hard to want to be around friends and family.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a research study?
A research study (also called a clinical trial) is a medical study that helps to answer important questions about an investigational drug or device – these may include how well an investigational study drug, or device, works for a certain condition. All medications and devices must be tested in clinical research studies before they can be approved and prescribed to patients.
Why are research studies important?
A research study is the process by which new and innovative medications, treatments and devices are approved and brought to market, so people can live happier and healthier lives. Even over-the-counter medications, such as NSAIDs, you may have used to counteract a headache, have gone through the clinical research study process before it was available at your local pharmacy.
What is the purpose of the Women’s Health Study?
The Women’s Health Study is a multi-center study researching the effectiveness of an investigational treatment for adults who have a confirmed diagnosis of Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis.
Is there a cost to participate?
There is no cost to participate in the Women’s Health Study. If you decide to take part:
- You will receive study-related care throughout the study from a team of experienced doctors and nurses.
- You will receive all study-related care at no cost.
- You will be paid for each study visit you complete.
What else do I need to consider?
The study team will be able to explain more about what the Women’s Health Study will involve, and it is up to you to decide if you want to take part. Participation in this study is voluntary. Whether or not you decide to participate in this study will not affect your current or future relationships with your doctors. If you decide to participate, you are free to withdraw at any time without affecting those relationships.
How far is the research site?
We match you to a research center within a close travel distance from your home. If we are not running the study in your area currently, with your permission, we will keep you in our database and reach out once a research center in your area becomes available. If, at any time, you decided you no longer want your information stored, you can opt out and we will delete your details.
About the Women’s Health Study
The Women’s Health Study is researching the effectiveness of an investigational treatment. If you qualify and choose to participate you will have access to a new option that may help improve your Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis symptoms.
Study participants will receive all study-related care at no cost. Participants will be paid for each study visit they complete.
Who can take part in the Women’s Health Study?
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are between the ages of 18-50 (inclusive)
- Are sexually active with a male partner who has not had a vasectomy
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of Uterine Fibroids or Endometriosis