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Ian's revolutionary MS treatment underway
Multiple Sclerosis sufferer Ian Clulow was due to start revolutionary medical treatment yesterday to transform his life.
He is undergoing a stem cell transplant which, if successful, will provide a beacon for fellow sufferers of the debilitating disease.
Ian, who lives in Lower Pilsley, near Clay Cross, was due to have a drug line inserted yesterday, followed by daily growth factor injections this week.
Harvesting of his newly liberated stem cells will begin on the first week in July and the immuno-suppression phase of the treatment, requiring three weeks' isolation, starts on July 14.
Fund-raisers from Matlock Gilbert & Sullivan Society, of which Ian is a member, have launched a 24,000 appeal towards the cost of his treatment, which is not available on the NHS.
They kick off a series of money-spinning events on July 18 with a concert at All Saints Church, Matlock, followed by a sponsored walk from Matlock to Bakewell on Sunday, July 20.
Ian said: "Sadly, because of my isolation I can't join my friends and well-wishers but I will be with them in spirit, as I know they will be with me."
To find out more about Ian's progress or to sponsor the fund-raising, log on to www.mspioneerfund.org.
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