If you have been diagnosed with 
an autoimmune condition such as Ulcerative Colitis or Rheumatoid Arthritis, you will most likely be on a biologic infusion and prednisone for flares. The biologic infusions are administered every 4 to 8 weeks. Prednisone is normally prescibed for 10 days during an exasberation of symptoms. Biologics work to suppress the immune system, thus a form of chemotherapy.
How do Biologics work?
Long Term Side effects of Biologics
Common side effects of biologics include chronic fatigue and weakness. The withdrawal process can be difficult as the body becomes addicted to the medication. Opoid receptor sites are affected, so the patient may experience more pain. Stem cell infusions combined with frequency treatments and an anti-inflammatory diet can alleviate the pain associated with the withrawal process. Once patients withdraw from them, they experience a lot more energy and a higher quality of life overall.
- Infections: Biologics increase the risk and frequency of infections such as the cold and flu and other viral illnesses due to their immune suppression.
- Cancer: Some biologics such as TNF inhibitors increase the risk of cancer such as lymphoma and skin cancer
- Nervous system disorders: Patients may experience seizures, numbness/tingling and tremors
- Eye problems: Increased risk of conjunctivitis, cataracts, and uveitis
- Hepatitis: Increased risk of contracting hepatitis B or C.
- Lung Conditions: Increased risk of interstitial lung disease and embolism.
Regenerative Therapies
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSC’s), when administered intravenously go to the area of disease. They respond to cytokine signaling and assist in repair. In addition to tissue repair, they also moderate the immune system. The reason why patients invest in stem cell treatments is to stop the cycle of managing symptoms by addressing the cause. Their overall health and energy improves within 3 months. By treating the cause instead of suppressing the immune system, the body begins the process of renewal and repair. Stem cell therapy is natural and gentle so it is great for children. The earlier you switch to regenerative medicine, the better the prognosis. Unfortunately, patients who follow their insurance dollars live a poor quality of life and most likely will need to have one or more surgeries. Regenerative medicine is the answer to living a fulfilling, more productive life.
For information on the different types of regenerative treatments, visit our blog which tells you which one is best for the IV. Our FAQ Page helps you to know what questions to ask when calling clinics.
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Individual responses vary considerably and depend upon the stage of disease, age and pre-existing conditions, and other individual differences such as lifestyle. Individual results vary, and discussion of successful cases is intended to educate about what may be possible and do not indicate that they will be successful in all patients. There are no guarantees that benefits will be obtained or adverse events will be avoided. The intended use of stem cells on this website is for immune system modulation only