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Are there any gene therapies available to treat infectious diseases and if so, is it possible for mutations to create a immunity to the therapy?
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Not there yet: Good question- the short answer is no. Major hurdles are still being worked out such as how to deliver or alter a gene so it doesn't harm the patient, as well as avoiding mutations that will will offset the benefits of gene therapy.
Answered 12/9/2013
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