Understanding Endometriosis and Painful Periods
Endometriosis Education Outreach
['FUNDING_P01'] · DUKE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11175389
This project helps young women and their healthcare providers better understand painful periods and endometriosis to get an earlier diagnosis and treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DUKE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DURHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11175389 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many young women experience painful periods, which can lead to missing school, and often, these symptoms are not taken seriously by healthcare providers. Endometriosis, a common cause of severe period pain, often takes many years to be diagnosed, leading to prolonged suffering. This project aims to improve understanding of menstrual health, painful periods, and endometriosis through a three-part approach. We will introduce a menstrual health curriculum in local schools, train university health providers to better identify and treat these conditions, and raise community awareness about menstrual health disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This project is designed to benefit young women, typically between 12 and 20 years old, who experience painful periods and may be at risk for or have undiagnosed endometriosis.
Not a fit: Patients who have already been diagnosed with endometriosis or who do not experience painful periods may not directly benefit from this specific educational outreach.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this project could significantly reduce the time it takes for young women to receive a diagnosis and treatment for endometriosis, improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While menstrual health education programs exist, this comprehensive, multi-tiered approach specifically targeting early endometriosis diagnosis is a novel strategy.
Where this research is happening
DURHAM, UNITED STATES
- DUKE UNIVERSITY — DURHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DASOUKI ABU-ALNADI, NOOR — DUKE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: DASOUKI ABU-ALNADI, NOOR
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.