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And we must keep in mind that since evolution is real, viruses become immune to medications over time. A non-pharmaceutical alternative to HIV treatment or cure is the only long-term solution. Yes, bone marrow transplant is ugly, dangerous, painful, expensive, etc. etc., but if they can replicate this study it will be excellent news. My guess is the part of the story they're not telling is that the study IS at some stage of replication now.
The question I have for AOII Angel (and I'm glad to find out you are qualified to speak to the issue) is, is there a difference between a stemcell transplant and a bone marrow transplant? I thought I knew what bone marrow transplants were and then an aunt of mine got leukemia, and her treatment was much different than I thought it would be.
I used to work at a medical research facility that is a world-leader in stem cell research, and I continue to be very hopeful for a myriad of diseases stem cells can cure, particulary MS.
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