IMUNOTERAPIA: A Revolução Silenciosa — Efeitos que Ninguém Conta!

Summary

In this video, Dr. San discusses the concept of immunotherapy and its use in cancer treatment. He explains how T cells, which are naturally produced by the immune system to fight cancer, can be engineered in the lab to create monoclonal antibodies (MABs) that target cancer cells. While immunotherapy aims to reduce the harsh side effects of chemotherapy, it can still cause inflammation and other challenges. Dr. San also emphasizes the benefits of Biovite Glucan, a supplement that supports immune function and reduces side effects, enhancing the patient’s adherence to treatment and improving overall results.

Takeaways

• 😀 Immunotherapy involves using T cells produced in a lab to help the immune system target and kill cancer.
• 😀 The idea behind immunotherapy is to use the body’s natural immune response to fight cancer rather than relying on chemotherapy.
• 😀 T cells, or natural killers, are proteins that are produced in the immune system to destroy cancer cells when optimized.
• 😀 Scientists developed the concept of producing T cells in the lab to target cancer, reducing side effects compared to chemotherapy.
• 😀 Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells are used in the lab to produce the T cells or proteins needed for immunotherapy.
• 😀 The process involves growing and manipulating CHO cells to produce monoclonal antibodies (MABs) that help fight cancer.
• 😀 MABs are injected into the body to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
• 😀 Immunotherapy, while promising, can cause intense inflammatory responses and other side effects, though generally fewer than chemotherapy.
• 😀 Biovit glucan, a dietary supplement, is recommended to help reduce inflammatory symptoms and support cancer patients undergoing treatments like chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
• 😀 Biovit glucan improves treatment adherence by reducing side effects, allowing patients to continue their cancer treatments without interruption.
• 😀 Doctors, oncologists, and nutritionists recommend Biovit glucan because it helps reduce the damage caused by cancer treatments, leading to better outcomes for patients.

Q & A

What is immunotherapy?

Immunotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses proteins called T-cells, which are produced in the laboratory, to help the immune system identify and kill cancer cells.

How does the immune system naturally help fight cancer?

The human immune system naturally produces proteins like T-cells or natural killer cells that are capable of identifying and destroying cancer cells when the immune system is optimized.

What is the idea behind using T-cells in immunotherapy?

The idea is to harness the body's natural immune response by producing T-cells in the lab and using them to target and kill cancer cells, potentially with fewer side effects compared to traditional chemotherapy.

Why is Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells used in immunotherapy?

Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells are used because they can be cultured and genetically manipulated to produce the proteins (monoclonal antibodies or MABs) needed to attack cancer cells.

What are monoclonal antibodies (MABs) in immunotherapy?

Monoclonal antibodies (MABs) are proteins produced in a laboratory from manipulated Chinese hamster ovary cells. These proteins target and help the immune system attack cancer cells.

What is the cost of monoclonal antibody treatment?

Monoclonal antibody treatments are high-cost, typically ranging from R$25,000 to R$30,000 per month.

How is monoclonal antibody treatment administered?

Monoclonal antibodies are administered intravenously (IV), with patients typically sitting for an infusion lasting about 40 minutes.

What side effects can occur with immunotherapy?

Immunotherapy can cause intense inflammatory responses, resulting in pain and increased inflammatory signs. Some patients may experience more severe side effects than others.

Can Biovit Bioglucan be used alongside immunotherapy?

Yes, Biovit Bioglucan can be used alongside immunotherapy. It helps modulate the immune system, reduce inflammatory signs, and minimize damage caused by cancer treatments.

What role does Biovit Bioglucan play in cancer treatment?

Biovit Bioglucan is a dietary supplement that supports the immune system, helps reduce the side effects of treatments like chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy, and improves patient adherence to these treatments.