The body’s immune system is a complex network of special cells and organs that defends the body from germs and other foreign invaders. In order for the immune system to function properly, it needs the ability to tell the difference between what's you and what's foreign. When the immune system cannot determine what’s you or what’s foreign it attacks normal cells by mistake. The result of these misguided attacks on your own body causes the damage we know as autoimmune disease. The body parts that are affected depend on the type of autoimmune disease. There are more than 80 known types.
Over 23.5 million people in America suffer from autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune diseases are also a leading cause of death and disability. Examples of autoimmune diseases that may respond to stem cells include rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes and lupus.
Currently, autoimmune conditions are treated with immune suppressive agents such as steroids, methothrexate, cyclosporine, gold, and more recently infliximab (Remicade). Despite inducing temporary improvement, these approaches possess the possibility of long-term adverse effects, as well as need for life-long treatment.
Today, new treatments and advances in research are giving new hope to people affected by these diseases. The Auto-immune Stem Cell Clinical Trials are being studied for their efficacy in improving the complications in patients with all types of autoimmune diseases, through the use of stem cells. These procedures may help patients who don't respond to typical drug treatment.
To learn more about StemGenex clinical trials for autoimmune diseases simply fill out the form below and a StemGenex Patient Advocate will contact you shortly.
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