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Gulf War Syndrome clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 7 Gulf War Syndrome clinical trials that are recruiting, in United States. By phase: Phase 3 (1), Early Phase 1 (1), Phase 1 (1), Phase 2 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 7Clinical trials
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Newest Gulf War Syndrome clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Cranial electrical stimulation with brain imaging for Gulf War illness headaches and pain | — | Atlanta, Georgia | Recruiting | Sep 3, 2025 |
| Acupuncture for relieving symptoms of Gulf War Illness | — | Berkeley, California and 9 other locations | Recruiting | Dec 4, 2024 |
| Using Coenzyme Q10 to help veterans with Gulf War illness | Phase 3 | La Jolla, California | Recruiting | Jul 23, 2024 |
| Montelukast for cognitive and mood symptoms in Gulf War veterans | Phase 1 | Houston, Texas | Recruiting | Aug 15, 2023 |
| Identifying blood biomarkers for Gulf War Illness | — | Palo Alto, California and 2 other locations | Recruiting | Feb 21, 2023 |
| Growth hormone therapy for veterans with Gulf War Illness and hormone deficiency | Phase 2 | Houston, Texas and 1 other locations | Recruiting | May 2, 2022 |
| Testing N-Acetyl Cysteine for Gulf War Veterans with Chronic Symptoms | Early Phase 1 | Palo Alto, California and 6 other locations | Recruiting | Aug 3, 2021 |
All recruiting trials (7)
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Cranial electrical stimulation with brain imaging for Gulf War illness headaches and pain
This project will try a portable cranial electrical stimulation device (Alpha-Stim) to see if it reduces headaches and body pain in Gulf War veterans with Gulf War Illness.
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Acupuncture for relieving symptoms of Gulf War Illness
This trial will test whether regular acupuncture can help veterans with Gulf War Illness feel less fatigued, have less pain, and improve physical functioning.
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Using Coenzyme Q10 to help veterans with Gulf War illness
This study is testing if a special form of coenzyme Q10 can help veterans with Gulf War illness feel better and improve their quality of life.
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Montelukast for cognitive and mood symptoms in Gulf War veterans
This trial tests whether montelukast, an FDA-approved asthma medicine, can improve thinking, mood, and daily function in veterans with Gulf War Illness.
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Identifying blood biomarkers for Gulf War Illness
This study is trying to find specific blood markers in veterans with Gulf War Illness to see how they relate to memory problems and other brain issues.
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Growth hormone therapy for veterans with Gulf War Illness and hormone deficiency
This study is testing if growth hormone therapy can help veterans with Gulf War Illness and hormone deficiency feel better by reducing symptoms like fatigue and pain.
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Testing N-Acetyl Cysteine for Gulf War Veterans with Chronic Symptoms
This study is testing if N-Acetyl Cysteine can help Gulf War veterans with chronic symptoms like fatigue and pain by improving their body's ability to fight stress and boost energy levels.
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Quick answers
How many Gulf War Syndrome clinical trials are recruiting right now?
7, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
All of them have sites in United States. Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 3: 1, Early Phase 1: 1, Phase 1: 1, Phase 2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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