What is the recovery time after stem cell therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Immediate recovery depends on the administration route, but RA disease activity requires ongoing assessment. Continue prescribed medicines unless the responsible rheumatologist changes them and seek prompt care for fever, infection or worsening systemic symptoms.
What the evidence shows for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Human studies of cell products are heterogeneous and should be assessed by exact source, processing, dose, route, RA activity, background DMARDs, comparator and validated outcomes. The NIAMS RA treatment overview describes early use of DMARDs, biologic or targeted therapies, monitoring, rehabilitation and surgery where appropriate. A cell trial must not be used to delay effective control of inflammation.
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Sources & further reading
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