Alleged Drug Allergies in Military General Medicine: Patients' Experiences and Beliefs

Launched by DIRECTION CENTRALE DU SERVICE DE SANTÉ DES ARMÉES · Oct 31, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking into the experiences and beliefs of military personnel who think they might have an allergy to a medication, specifically penicillin. The researchers want to understand how these patients feel and what challenges they face when they report a suspected drug allergy, especially during military missions. By gathering this information, the study aims to create ways to help patients better understand their allergies and encourage them to seek allergy testing if needed.

To participate in this study, you need to be active military personnel or a reservist who has reported a drug allergy during a medical check-up or visit. If you choose to join, you can expect to share your experiences and thoughts about your suspected allergy. It’s important to know that the study is currently recruiting participants of all genders, ages 65 to 74, and those who are not pregnant or in certain vulnerable situations. This research could lead to better support for military patients and improved awareness about drug allergies.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Military personnel (active or reservist)
• • Reporting a drug allergy during a periodic medical check-up or during a consultation in a medical unit
• • Not opposed to participating in the study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Candidate on admission visit
• • Opposition to study
• • Minor (under 18 years of age)
• • Pregnant, parturient or breast-feeding woman
• • Person deprived of liberty by a judicial or administrative decision, person under psychiatric care
• • Non-French nationals
• • Person of full age subject to a legal protection measure
• • Person unable to express non-opposition