Stem cell therapy using your own stem cells help?Anybody have had this

I am interested in learning about this.

This is a good article.
https://stemcells.nih.gov/clinical-trial-info

Go to the NIH site and look for articles/research on stem cell treatment and lung disease . There is a well of information there. Also John Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic etc have good patient information as well as research articles. I have not personally read or heard of stem cell treatment for COPD except for an outfit in the Caribbean, private pay of course and without much merit it would appear.

I am interested

Hi @brody89 ,

Great question, a lot of people are curious about whether stem cell therapy (especially using your own stem cells) can help with lung issues. Right now in the U.S., stem cell therapy for lung diseases is not FDA-approved, so most of what’s available here is still within the context of clinical trials. The NIH clinical trials site is a good resource if you want to see what research studies are ongoing. The Cleveland Clinic also has some accessible information for patients on where stem cell research currently stands and what conditions are being studied.

Outside the U.S., some people do choose to pursue stem cell treatments. For example, my friend’s mom sought care at R3 Stem Cell’s clinic in Tijuana, Mexico. She underwent a treatment there, I don’t have the full details of her medical outcomes, but her family reported that she tolerated the procedure and felt some improvement afterward. Of course, experiences can vary a lot depending on the individual’s health status, type of lung condition, and the exact therapy used.

In general, it’s important to know:

Clinical evidence is still emerging, especially for lung-related diseases.

Access in the U.S. is almost exclusively through trials.

Clinics abroad may offer options, but the safety, regulation, and long-term results are not as well established.

If you’re considering this, I’d recommend starting with your pulmonologist and checking reputable medical sources (NIH, Cleveland Clinic etc.) for the latest information, and then carefully weighing any treatment options.

my grandmother was looking into the same thing not long ago. She actually ended up having treatment. Different condition (not lungs), but we dug into a LOT of research before she made her decision, and some of it might help you too.

I remember reading a paper in Respiratory Research (2020, if I’m not mistaken) that looked at mesenchymal stem cells for chronic lung disease. Early results showed they helped reduce inflammation and improve oxygenation in some patients. Now… of course, it’s not a miracle cure, and the researchers stressed it still needs bigger trials. But seeing something peer-reviewed gave us some peace of mind.

Also, I listened to an episode of the R3 Stem Cell podcast where Dr. David Greene actually touched on this exact thing. He said something that stuck with me: “Using your own stem cells can sometimes be limited, because as we age, our stem cells age too. Donor cells, when done safely, can be more potent in repairing damaged tissue.” That really opened my eyes, because before that, we just assumed “your own is always better.” Turns out… not always.

So yeah, there IS research showing potential with stem cells for lung issues. Still early, but promising. If you’re seriously considering it, maybe check out that R3 podcast episode it’s not salesy, more like straight talk. And talk with a clinic that actually answers your questions without pressure. That’s what helped my Aunt make her choice.

Absolutely… that’s a really good summary. My grandma actually went to the same clinic you mentioned for her treatment, and while everyone’s experience is different, she felt noticeable improvement afterward… less fatigue, easier breathing some days. Of course, it’s not a miracle fix, but having a team that explains everything and takes their time really helped her feel SAFE and informed. Definitely agree, talk to your doctor first and research thoroughly… it makes a HUGE difference.