Frequently Asked Questions

Signs may include:¹

• Feeling more thirsty than usual
• Frequent urination
• Bed-wetting in children who have never wet the bed during the night
• Feeling very hungry
• Losing weight without trying
• Feeling irritable or having other mood changes
• Feeling tired and weak
• Having blurry vision

1. Source: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/t1d-basics/symptoms/

While every trial is different, currently enrolling local trials are evaluating individuals across different stages of T1D. 

This includes those who have been recently diagnosed or started on insulin therapy, as well as those who were screened and diagnosed with early stage type 1 diabetes but do not yet require insulin.

Additional criteria apply. A trial doctor will determine final eligibility based on full medical criteria.

The information gathered in clinical trials may help identify new treatment options in the future for people living with T1D. Trial participants are often connected to specialists who understand their situation and can help answer questions from patients or their loved ones. Participants in clinical trials should expect to experience a professional clinical environment, be treated with compassion and respect, and have access to top quality trial-related care during the clinical trial.

Most clinical trials will involve screening to confirm that a potential participant is, in fact, a match for that trial’s criteria. Once verified, the participant will sign an Informed Consent Form, which clearly provides the details and purpose of the trial to that individual and what it involves. Participants can then expect to attend scheduled appointments at a trial clinician’s site and may undergo additional screening and follow-up monitoring.

Throughout the trial, participants should experience a professional clinical environment and be treated with compassion and respect.

A placebo looks just like the investigational treatment but contains no active medical ingredients. In many trials, participants are randomly assigned to receive either the active therapy or the placebo. This is a vital scientific step to accurately measure if the new therapy is truly effective.

No, there is no cost to participate. For qualified participants who choose to be in this trial, the trial drug will be provided at no cost. There will be no charge for any tests, examinations, nor visits done as part of this trial. Participants may be reimbursed for travel costs and out of pocket expenses or these costs may be covered directly. They may also receive compensation for their time and effort.

In any clinical trial for a new treatment, there are potential risks, such as side effects of the trial drug  or risks from the trial activities. The trial staff will explain these potential risks and address any concerns before individuals decide whether to participate.

No. Before a potential participant decides whether to take part in the trial, the trial staff will review the informed consent form with them and answer any questions. Once the consent form has been signed by the participant, the screening period of the trial begins. During this period, the staff will review medical history and conduct any relevant assessments. Participants who meet all of the trial criteria will be invited to participate.

Yes. Participation in clinical trials is entirely voluntary. Even if a participant is already involved in a trial, they may change their mind at any time, for any reason.

If you are interested in learning more, please contact us at any time. You may email us at help@clinicalenrollment.com.