Patient's question:
How effective is the autologous stem cell grafting treatment for type 1 diabetes? Since getting diabetes, I have been seeking medical help without success, which makes me very desperate. My friend told me that autologous stem cell grafting treatment for type 1 diabetes is effective because I have tried some other solutions that didn't work. Now I am very confused, so could you please tell me if this solution is effective?Doctor's answer:
Currently in China, stem cell grafting for treating diabetes is not very mature, and only a small number of hospitals perform it. The effectiveness is limited, and the cost is high. Currently, the primary treatment for type 1 diabetes remains insulin therapy. Insulin pumps can also be considered for treatment, also known as an external pancreas, and the effectiveness is quite good. It is recommended to consult and get tested at a higher-level hospital, hoping it can help you.