You may need to consider stem cell therapy if:

• Traditional treatments for your condition are not working.
• You've been diagnosed with a degenerative condition or disease.
• You have certain types of blood cancers requiring a bone marrow or stem cell transplant.
• You have severe injuries that aren't healing properly with other treatments.

 Do's:

• Consult with a qualified doctor before undergoing stem cell therapy.
• Choose a reputable medical facility with experience in stem cell treatment.
• Follow your doctor's post-procedure care instructions closely.
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle to support the therapy.

 Don'ts:

• Don't opt for unregulated or unapproved stem cell treatments.
• Don't expect immediate results; recovery may take time.
• Avoid intense physical activity immediately after treatment.
• Don't ignore symptoms like fever, pain, or swelling after the procedure.

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For this topic, our authors used some of the following resources:

Institute for Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine | How Does Stem Cell Therapy Work and What Are the Risks?

ScienceDirect.com | Stem Cell Therapy - an overview

National Cancer Institute (.gov) | Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Transplants for Cancer

National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov) | The benefits and risks of stem cell technology - PMC