From Relentless Pain to Renewed Hope: Young American’s Life-Changing HSCT Journey in India.

Autoimmune Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN) treated successfully with HSCT at World Class Hospital in India

Living with unrelenting burning pain is not just uncomfortable—it’s exhausting. The constant tingling. The numbness that creeps in without warning.

For people with Autoimmune Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN), these sensations can turn everyday life into a continuous struggle. Sleep becomes fractured. Mobility declines. Even simple routines demand effort. And for many, standard treatments offer little more than temporary relief.

When medications fall short and symptoms persist, patients begin looking beyond conventional care. That search often leads them to advanced therapies such as Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT).

In this blog, we share the real-life journey of a 28-year-old patient from the United States who travelled to India for HSCT. His story reveals not only how the treatment unfolded, but also why India is fast emerging as a global destination for affordable, world-class HSCT for autoimmune diseases.

Understanding Autoimmune Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN)

Autoimmune Small Fiber Neuropathy occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s small nerve fibers, particularly those in the skin and peripheral nervous system. These nerves are responsible for pain perception and temperature regulation, which explains the hallmark symptoms—burning pain, pins-and-needles sensations, and numbness, most commonly in the feet and legs, and sometimes the hands.

Over time, these symptoms can erode quality of life. Walking becomes difficult. Sleep is disrupted. Fatigue sets in. Emotional well-being suffers.

Standard treatments—pain medications, neuropathic drugs, and immunosuppressive therapies—may help some patients, but many experience incomplete or short-lived relief. When SFN is driven by an autoimmune process, simply managing symptoms may not be enough.

This is where immune-modulating therapies like HSCT enter the conversation.

What Is HSCT—and Why It Matters in Autoimmune Disease

Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) is designed to do something fundamentally different from conventional treatment. Rather than suppressing symptoms, HSCT aims to reset the immune system itself.

In autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against the body. HSCT works by eliminating the malfunctioning immune cells and rebuilding a new, healthier immune system using the patient’s own stem cells—a process known as autologous HSCT.

In India, HSCT protocols for autoimmune diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis, Stiff Person Syndrome, Systemic Sclerosis, CIDP, SLE, Lupus Nephritis, and Small Fiber Neuropathy are based on the pioneering work of Dr. Richard Burt, a global leader in autoimmune HSCT.

These protocols are followed at JCI (Joint Commission International), USA-accredited hospital, ensuring rigorous standards for safety, infection control, and clinical outcomes.

Real Story of 28-Year-Old from the USA Living with Autoimmune SFN

Dylan just 28 years old and Autoimmune SFN began to dominate his life. Burning pain. Persistent tingling. Growing numbness. Symptoms that made daily functioning increasingly difficult and unpredictable.

Despite trying multiple therapies, his condition continued to interfere with his comfort, independence, and sense of normalcy. Like many patients with refractory autoimmune disease, Dylan and his family began researching advanced options beyond conventional care.

That search led them halfway across the world. After careful consideration, Dylan chose to undergo HSCT in India at a JCI-USA accredited, world-class transplant hospital. What gave him confidence was not just the infrastructure—but the experience. The HSCT team treating him had successfully performed more than 1,500 transplants, including complex autoimmune and oncology cases.

That depth of experience mattered.

Following the procedure, Dylan recovered smoothly and reported excellent outcomes. His symptoms improved. His strength returned. And he expressed deep appreciation for the medical expertise, the structured HSCT protocol, and the post-transplant rehabilitation physiotherapy that supported his recovery.

Why he Chose HSCT in India ?

Dylan’ decision wasn’t based on a single factor. It was the combination of expertise, transparency, and accessibility that made India the right choice.

1. World-Class, JCI-USA Accredited Hospital

The HSCT center in New Delhi NCR operates under Joint Commission International standards, the same benchmarks followed by top hospitals in the United States. This ensured global-level safety and quality of care.

2. High-Volume HSCT Experience

The treating team had performed over 1,500 successful HSCT procedures, including numerous autoimmune cases. High volume translates to refined protocols, faster complication recognition, and better outcomes.

3. Specialized Autoimmune HSCT Protocol

The hospital follows Dr. Richard Burt’s autoimmune HSCT protocol, designed to maximize disease control while prioritizing patient safety—especially critical for non-malignant conditions like SFN.

4. All-Inclusive HSCT Treatment Package , Transparent Pricing

Dylan received a 30-day all-inclusive HSCT package, including treatment, hospitalization, and stay in a deluxe triple HEPA-filtered room, at approximately USD 30,000—making it one of the most affordable HSCT options globally.

5. Strong International Patient Testimonials

The hospital features positive testimonials from patients across the USA, UK, Europe, and Africa who have undergone HSCT for MS and other autoimmune diseases.

Watch HSCT patient video testimonials here: https://hsctindia.com/patient-testimonials/

The HSCT Journey in India: Care Beyond the Procedure

Dylan travelled to HSCT Hospital India accompanied by his father, who stayed with him throughout the treatment period. What stood out to them wasn’t just the medical care—but the overall experience.
From attentive nursing to international patient coordinators, every step was designed to support patients far from home.

Key Components of Dylan’ 30-Day HSCT Journey

Pre-Treatment Evaluation
A comprehensive medical assessment, including infection screening and fitness evaluation, ensured Dylan was a safe candidate for HSCT.
Autologous HSCT Procedure
The transplant was performed under the supervision of experienced hematologists and transplant physicians, following strict autoimmune HSCT protocols.
Triple HEPA-Filtered Deluxe Room Stay
Dylan and his father stayed together in a triple HEPA-filtered deluxe room for 30 days, minimizing infection risk during the immune-suppressed phase.
Post-HSCT Rehabilitation Physiotherapy
Specialized physiotherapy helped Dylan rebuild strength, improve function, and regain confidence as his immune system recovered and SFN symptoms eased.
Emotional and Logistical Support
From daily care to coordination and communication, the support team ensured a smooth experience—something especially vital for international patients navigating treatment abroad.

A Renewed Sense of Hope – Dylan recovered remarkably well after HSCT

By the end of the treatment period, Dylan reported significant relief from his SFN symptoms. More importantly, he felt reassured—about the care he received, the expertise of the team, and the decision he had made.

He described himself as “very happy” with both the outcome and the overall HSCT experience in India.

For patients living with autoimmune Small Fiber Neuropathy, Dylan’ journey stands as a reminder: when conventional therapies fall short, advanced treatments—delivered with expertise, compassion, and precision—can offer renewed hope.

And sometimes, that hope is found far from home.

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