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For stem cell treatment for cancer - how is it done exactly?
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Immune replacement: Very generally speaking, currently the stem cells given for cancer are stems cells meant to replace the immune system. So you are able to get high dose treatment for the cancer, which is highly toxic to your immune system. The stem cells transplant is able to replace your immune system.
Answered 6/10/2013
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