I have been waiting a while to hear more about stem cell therapy for Crohn’s Disease… and boy does this intrigue me!!! My understanding is the implementation of it is “heavy duty.” What I read indicates the patient has to undertake chemo-therapy to weaken/kill most of the immune system. (3 months chemo) Then, the stem cell therapy is undertaken… and takes 3-6 months to take hold and 9-12 months for the users immune system to get back to a normal level.
I have to say… it sounds like a year of treatment, but if this cures this damn disease – OH BOY!!! Let me get on that train!
http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssHealthcareNews/idUSBNG36547620081110
