Last medical review: February 2026 · Read time: 7 min
Important notice: Cell therapy in autoimmune conditions is adjuvant and seeks to regulate the system. We do not promise definitive cures. Management must be comprehensive and supervised by a medical committee.
Living with an autoimmune disease means living in a constant state of alert. The immune system, designed to protect us from external threats, loses its biological compass and begins to attack healthy tissues. For the patient, this translates into chronic fatigue, pain, and uncertainty about when the next "flare-up" will arrive.
Conventional treatment (corticosteroids and immunosuppressants) usually focuses on "shutting down" defenses to stop the attack. While effective, it comes at a high cost: it leaves the patient vulnerable to infections and generates long-term side effects. Regenerative medicine proposes a different path: immunomodulation.
What is Immunomodulation? (Educate vs. Suppress)
Imagine your immune system is a confused security force attacking civilians. Traditional drugs act by "imprisoning" that security force. Cell therapy, specifically with Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs), acts more like a "peace negotiator".
These cells have a unique biological capacity: they detect inflammatory environments and release chemical signals (paracrine) that instruct immune cells (T-Cells and Macrophages) to cease the attack, without completely deactivating the body's ability to defend itself against viruses or bacteria.
Clinical Applications in Complex Diagnoses
1. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
In RA, the attack focuses on the synovial membrane of the joints. Cell therapy not only seeks to reduce local inflammation (pain and swelling) but also to slow down systemic bone erosion. The goal is to preserve mobility and reduce reliance on potent painkillers.
2. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Lupus is systemic; it can affect the skin, kidneys, and blood. Here, the ability of stem cells to migrate to sites of tissue damage (homing) is vital. We seek to protect vital organs and tissues from fibrosis (internal scarring) caused by chronic inflammation.
Safety is the Priority
Treating a hyperactive immune system requires extreme precision. Introducing contaminated or low-quality cells into an autoimmune patient could trigger a serious adverse reaction. That is why at Regencord, our ISO 9001, 13022, and ISO 14644 standards are not optional; they are our guarantee of purity.
You receive cells with verified genetic identity and high viability, processed in sterile environments to ensure the effect is therapeutic and not reactive.
Frequently Asked Questions: Autoimmunity and Regeneration
Should I stop my current medications (Methotrexate/Prednisone)?
Never stop your medication without a doctor's order. Cell therapy is usually started as a complementary treatment. As clinical improvements and lower inflammatory markers are observed, the specialist may adjust doses progressively.
Can therapy cure my Lupus or Arthritis?
In ethical medicine, we do not speak of a "cure" for chronic diseases, but of "remission" or "control". We seek prolonged periods free of symptoms and a substantial improvement in quality of life.
What happens if I have an active crisis or flare-up?
It depends on severity. In some cases, therapy helps control the flare-up; in others (such as concomitant active infections), it is better to stabilize the patient first. That is why a prior medical assessment is mandatory.
Scientific References
- Le Blanc, K., & Mougiakakos, D. (2012). Multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells and the innate immune system. Nature Reviews Immunology.
- Wang, D., et al. (2014). Umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell transplantation in active and refractory systemic lupus erythematosus: a multicenter clinical study. Arthritis Research & Therapy.
- Liang, J., et al. (2010). Allogeneic mesenchymal stem cell transplantation in treatment of multiple sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis Journal.
A New Approach for Your Well-being
Science has advanced beyond just suppressing symptoms. If you are looking for an approach that respects your biology and seeks immunological balance, we are ready to evaluate your case.
Schedule your medical assessment today and discover if immunomodulation is the right path for you.
