Diabetes Breakthrough: Now you will get relief from the hassle of insulin. Chinese scientists discovered the cure of type-2 diabetes from stem cells.

News India Live, Digital Desk: The number of type-2 diabetes patients is increasing rapidly across the world. Till now this disease could only be controlled, but researchers based in Shanghai, China have achieved a breakthrough which is a big step towards ‘eradicating’ it. According to this research published in the journal ‘Cell Discovery’, through stem cell therapy, a patient has been successful in completely freeing himself from insulin. What is this new stem cell technology? Scientists have developed ‘Artificial Pancreatic Islets’ using cells from the patient’s own body. How it works: These lab-grown cells work like ‘beta cells’ that produce insulin in the body. Procedure: The patient’s peripheral blood mononuclear cells were reprogrammed and transformed into ‘endodermal stem cells’, which eventually transformed into insulin-producing cells. Transplant: These cells were transplanted into the patient’s body, after which his body started producing insulin naturally. Surprising results of the research. This therapy was tested on a 59-year-old man who was Suffered from type 2 diabetes for 25 years and was severely dependent on insulin. Independence from insulin: Within 11 weeks of the transplant, the patient did not need external insulin. Blood sugar control: Within a year, the patient’s blood sugar levels were completely normal and he was also free from other oral medications. Prevention of serious complications: This technology could prove to be a game-changer for patients whose organs (kidney or heart) Are on the verge of getting worse due to diabetes. Why is this important for type-2 diabetes patients? Generally, in type-2 diabetes, the body is not able to use insulin properly or the pancreas is not able to make enough insulin. Taking insulin for a long time has many side effects on the body. Permanent solution: This therapy not only suppresses the symptoms, but also revives the body’s ability to produce insulin. Protection of organs: By maintaining stable sugar levels, the risk of diabetic retinopathy and kidney failure becomes negligible. Is this treatment available to everyone? Although it is a revolutionary breakthrough, it is still in the research stage. Challenges: Its long-term use is still limited before it can be used on a wide scale. More clinical trials are needed to investigate the long-term effects and safety parameters. Cost: Currently, stem cell technology is quite expensive, which will be made affordable in the future.