How Long Does it Take to Treat Autoimmunity? Understanding the 4–5 Week Stem Cell Treatment Commitment

Key Takeaways

• Autoimmune conditions often require multi-week regenerative protocols
• Stemaid typically recommends a 4–5 week stay for detoxification, repeated stem cell administrations, and recovery support
• Duration varies and does not guarantee specific outcomes
• This article outlines each week of stem cell treatment to help patients prepare for their stay.

Stem cells help treat various autoimmune conditions by resetting the immune system and clearing pathogens from the body, a process that often takes several weeks to complete. The best stem cell therapy for treating autoimmune diseases lasts between four and five weeks.

Time as a Key Part of Autoimmune Treatment

Time is a crucial component of the autoimmune stem cell treatment process. Autoimmune diseases are characterized by an overactive immune system that mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, as is the case with type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis. To treat the condition, patients need to rebuild a healthy immune system by removing toxins from the bloodstream and creating healthy innate and adaptive immune cells that fight off infections without damaging healthy tissues.

Stem cells are a promising treatment for various autoimmune disorders. They possess natural immunological properties that can spur the growth of healthy immune cells by resetting the immune system.

Using stem cells to treat autoimmune diseases is a relatively new area of research (Öznur Safgöl & Oytun Erbaş, 2024). There is no standardized treatment method or duration of treatment. Autoimmune diseases are highly complex and unique to each person’s immunological functions.

Based on years of experience successfully treating autoimmune diseases, Stemaid Institute has found that four to five weeks tends to suit most patients with overactive or dysfunctional immune systems. However, treatment durations vary based on the patient’s condition, and results cannot be guaranteed.

Why Autoimmune Conditions Often Require Multi-Week Therapy

Autoimmune diseases are among the most difficult and time-consuming to treat. Some individuals are born with dysfunctional immune systems, while others develop them after an infection. It is not clear what causes autoimmune disorders, but environmental factors, genetics, and lifestyle are thought to play a role. There are between 80 and 150 autoimmune diseases (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, 2022).

Chronic Immune Dysregulation Takes Time

Autoimmune conditions vary in severity and development. Some individuals have lived with the disease since birth, but environmental or lifestyle stresses can worsen symptoms. Those caused by infections typically develop over several months or years as the underlying infection or accumulated toxins disrupt normal immunological function. This leads to inflammation and worsening symptoms as the immune cells attack healthy tissues or fail to remove the toxins from the body.

Undoing this process can take several weeks or more. The body needs time to develop functioning immune cells. Supplemental therapies gradually remove toxins that the body would otherwise be unable to remove on its own.

Many patients come to Stemaid Institute after other treatment methods failed to relieve their symptoms. Some had been living with chronic fatigue, cognitive issues, and sleep disorders for years as built-up toxins weighed down their bodies and immune systems before they eventually found relief.

Building a Layered Protocol

Our autoimmune stem cell treatment is a multi-step process that varies based on the patient’s underlying condition and health status. We use the initial assessment to tailor the protocols to their specific needs. This includes measuring the number of immune cells and antigens in the blood and monitoring levels throughout the duration of their stay.

We provide pluripotent stem cell injections, administered daily. Pluripotent stem cells are the youngest stem cells with broad signaling capabilities, which makes them uniquely suited to combating autoimmune diseases. They can signal repair in over 220 tissue types and can help repair nerve and organ tissues damaged by autoimmunity. We culture pluripotent stem cells in our laboratory using ethically sourced tissues, rather than harvesting stem cells from patients. The cells are a blank slate against disease and possess infinite self-renewal potential, producing daughter cells that retain the same properties as the donor cell. These healthy immune cells slowly replace the patient’s dysfunctional immune cells (Romito & Cobellis, 2016).

Stem cell therapy is combined with various detox protocols that help remove detritus from the bloodstream and create a healthy foundation for the stem cells to thrive.

What Happens Week by Week at Stemaid Institute?

Every stay at Stemaid is tailored to the individual patient and can be adjusted according to their specific needs and budget. Here is an example of what to expect from the experience.

Week 1 – Assessment, Baseline Testing, and Gentle Detox

It begins with a comprehensive medical intake, which includes a review of the patient's health history, prior diagnoses, current symptoms, medications, vital signs, and blood tests. Patients may also receive initial detox support in the form of wellness IVs and blood oxygenation therapy.

Week 2 – Intensified Detox and Initial Stem Cell Administrations

We follow up with more targeted wellness IVs and the first stem cell treatments. Stem cells are differentiated and delivered via targeted injections to signal regeneration in areas in need of repair.

Week 3 – Continued Stem Cell Therapy and Supportive Modalities

The stem cell injections typically continue as providers monitor the patient’s condition and various biomarkers of autoimmunity to see if treatment is having the intended effect. Additional wellness practices, such as massage, nutraceuticals, chelation, and PlurisomeTM IVs, may also be administered.

Week 4 (and 5 for Advanced Cases) – Consolidation and Transition Planning

The final doses of stem cell injections are administered. Providers review the patient’s condition and vital signs and advise them on the next steps, including what to expect once they return to their routine. Some advanced cases may require a fifth week of treatment or follow-up sessions every six to 12 months.

How Treatment Length Relates to Cost and Planning

Patients seeking affordable stem cell therapy for autoimmunity should consider Mexico as their treatment destination. The country offers advanced therapies at a lower cost compared to Europe.

Understanding the Investment

While more affordable than other markets, stem cell treatment is not typically covered by insurance and typically costs between $5,000 and $10,000 per injection in Mexico. The length of stay and included treatments affect the cost. Patients can request a complimentary consultation to gain an accurate understanding of what their personalized treatment would entail.

Planning Time Away from Work and Family

Patients should also consider the cost and reality of traveling to Mexico for an extended period. We can help patients arrange their stay and adjust the treatment schedule to accommodate remote work. Being away from loved ones can be difficult, but patients can relax in a soothing environment and stay in touch with their family and friends to update them on their experience.

What Happens After You Leave Mexico?

Stemaid Institute remains committed to helping patients with their recovery long after they leave our Los Cabos facility.

At-Home Aftercare and Monitoring

The staff continues to follow up with patients, monitor their symptoms, and make recommendations in the months and, in some cases, years following treatment. They may request lab checks for research purposes and will be available to address any questions or concerns patients may have.

When Might a Follow-Up Visit Be Discussed?

The duration of the benefits of stem cell treatment for autoimmunity varies. For some, they may last between six and 12 months if the underly infection persists or toxins continue to accumulate in the body. Some patients may want to consider returning for booster visits to prevent symptoms from returning. Follow-up injections can also help patients build on the progress they have made; however, the decision to return is ultimately up to the individual.

Setting Realistic Expectations About Results and Timeline

Stemaid has helped dozens of patients with autoimmune diseases treat their symptoms, but everyone’s experience will be different.

Why No Clinic Can Guarantee Outcomes

Every case of autoimmunity is unique, and most autoimmune diseases cannot be cured. Various genetic and health factors can affect patient outcomes, treatment duration, and the potential benefits of stem cell therapy. It is also the patient's responsibility to maintain a healthy lifestyle, avoid environmental toxins, and follow the aftercare recommendations.

How Long Before Patients Might Notice Changes?

While outcomes are highly dependent on the individual, most patients begin to feel better within the first couple of weeks of treatment as inflammation subsides. Others report noticeable changes over the following months. Follow-up sessions may help maintain these benefits over the long term.

Conclusion: Committing to a 4–5 Week Healing Journey

Pluripotent stem cell therapy can be an effective treatment method for various autoimmune diseases, but rebuilding the immune system takes time. We encourage patients to commit several weeks to restoring their health at our facility in Mexico as they begin the recovery process.

Contact Stemaid Institute for a complimentary health consultation and begin budgeting and planning your stay to take the first steps toward finding relief from your symptoms.

FAQs

Why 4–5 weeks?

Clinical experience shows that four to five weeks is the optimal duration for stem cell therapy when treating autoimmune diseases. Patients require an extensive detox program that rids the body of toxins, as well as daily stem cell injections to stimulate the creation of healthy immune cells.

Can I come for less time?

Yes, the duration of treatment is ultimately up to the patient and can be shortened or lengthened depending on their needs and budget.

Does a longer stay mean better results?

Longer stays do not necessarily lead to better results. Outcomes depend on the patient’s underlying condition, age, and health status. However, completing the full four weeks, or in some cases, five weeks, often leads to better results.

How does the length affect cost?

Extending the length of stay increases the cost, which is calculated based on the number of stem cell injections and supplemental therapies.

What should I arrange before traveling?

Patients should ensure they can be away from work and their loved ones for the time required and arrange to work remotely if necessary. They should also calculate the full cost of travel and accommodations to ensure treatment is affordable.