Archive for April, 2012

What are the major fallacies for Cord Blood Banking?

Monday, April 30th, 2012

The families who donate the umbilical cord of their child can have full access in future. Again this is a false assumption and a rumor in fact that families will not get access in future for their near and dear ones. Today, the cancer is such a disease which is rapidly growing and treatment with stem cells has made its mark in the field of medicine.

People have a false belief that the cord blood could not be used for the same child because it contain diseases and may cause to infection. This is simply a baseless rumor as stem cells are highly recommended by physicians because diseases like leukemia, lymphoma, and brain disorders arthritis have shown the positive results after applying stem cell therapies to patients. Due to its high success rate, it is progressively offering many more advantages.

Besides the treatment of cancer and other major diseases, stem cell therapies are proven much advantageous for the treatment of arthritis, osteoarthritis, autoimmune disorders, anemia etc. Therefore, such treatments are a big asset to the people.

Cord Blood banking is quite popular for the donation of stem cells. To search for a perfect match and finding those people who are willing to donate, is not an easy job. Umbilical cord blood banking in India is also coming into existence for better treatments and preservation of cord blood for long time.

Safety is another major concern that is not at all related to the umbilical cord blood because the detachment of cord is quite painless and it neither harms mother nor the baby. Once the cord is clamped, it’s been discarded after that. When it is cut, the blood is stored and used for major treatments which are quite fruitful rather than harming anyone.

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Stem Cell Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Wednesday, April 25th, 2012

Most probably, this type of immune system attacks the joints initially and then the surrounding tissues. Gradually it progresses and attacks other organs of the body as well.  These cells continue to grow in the body till the person or animal is alive. It may be turned into other particular cells that provide healthy growing cells free of the disease and can be used for treatment of many disorders, including Rheumatoid arthritis.

At present, RA is treated with immune restrictive agents such as steroid hormones, methotrexate, cyclosporine, gold, and the most recent treatment of infliximab (Remicade). In spite of bringing on short-term improvement, these advancements possess permanent and unpleasant effects due to imprecise prohibition of immune responses. Moreover, existing treatments do not cover the damage of tissues which has already attacked on joints or extra-articular tissues.

Stem cell preservation for treatment, on the other hand, demonstrates to induce deep healing activities with various forms of arthritis. The utilization of adult stem cells treats the arthritis caused by patient’s own fat which has been called asautologous adipose tissue.

Treatment Procedure

The fat tissue is accumulated by mini-liposuction. This accumulation is performed by a certified plastic surgeon under a state of total unconsciousness resulting from anesthetic drugs.  T regulatory cells and Mesenchymal stem cells are found within this tissue and further separate the somatic cells from the fat.  The whole process is submitted to severe quality control and before they are permitted to treatment, the enduring fatty stem cells are tested for quality, bacterial contagion and endotoxin.

Besides the treatment of damaged tissues, stem cell preservation have the distinctive ability to transform the immune system to block off morbid responses. The other stem cells and specially the mesenchymal stem cells home to swollen tissues and give rise to instigative agents. But these mediators proceeds only in the local areas and do not inhibit the immune reaction of the entire body.  In addition, stem cells of mesenchymal persuade the yielding of T regulatory cells, which is a kind of resistant cell and protects the body against immunological attack by itself.

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Some tips that a pregnant woman should follow

Thursday, April 12th, 2012

Parenthood is a greatest joy that a couple experiences during their lifetime. Becoming a parent means lifelong changes and the opportunity to bring another human life into the world. Taking care of yourself during your pregnancy is very important as it affects the health of your baby. Also, it is very important to keep a check of your pregnancy weekly as there are changes in the growth and development of the fetus inside you. When you visit your gynecologist, she will give you some guidelines that should be followed. In addition to these, you should also do your homework as it will be affecting you and your baby both.

A Balanced Diet

You should read articles that mentions all the essential nutrients that should be in a balanced diet. You can also talk to your nutritionist or your doctor, who will tell you what to avoid eating outside but if you have a sensitive stomach, try to avoid uncooked foods, salads, and avoid eating at places where the food is suspect. Don’t eat outdoors in summers because there are more chances of food getting spoiled easily. You should take a complete balanced diet that is rich in essential vitamins like carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals, calcium and other vital elements.

Sound Sleep

When you are pregnant, you should take proper care of your posture when you sleep.
Sleeping on your back when pregnant may harm your back, as added weight sits straight on your spinal cord. It’s advisable to sleep on your side, preferably on your left side as this will help in the optimal oxygen flow to your baby.

Avoid Alcohol

You should try to avoid drinking or smoking at the time of your pregnancy. You should try to avoid drinking but if you are craving for it then you should consider opting for a juice. A cup of mild coffee a day is fine, but having a glass of juice is even better.

Regular Exercise

Regular exercise daily will help you and your baby stay fit and healthy. A short walk everyday can also suffice. You don’t need to run or walk fastly, but keeping your leg muscles strong will help in the delivery process. You should always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.

Read good stuff

You should spend some time reading articles related to pregnancy or any other topic of your choice everyday. Reading is a relaxing activity and also a good idea to stay away from depressing books and read something light and interesting. If you find interesting and enjoy reading, you should surely pick some lighthearted books at this time. If you don’t have time to read books, you should surely read a joke a day. Pregnancy is a very stressful time and this is a great way to just let loose and laugh. The effects of heartfelt laughter are bound to impact a foetus positively.

Enjoy Music

During pregnancy, you should try to listen to smoothing music and should play the same music consistently at the same time. You can also continue this when your baby is born and can watch your baby calm down as soon as you play the music.

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