I have a connective tissue issue and have had 6 stem cell procedures and PRP procedures. Is this a heridity problem.? I think my sister had the same issues as me but no doctor treated her in any way except with pain meds. She died after suffering for about ten years. I am on pain meds which keep me going. The stem cell procedures are very expensive and insurance does not cover this treatment. Can you give me any advice.? If this is heridity, IS THERE ANY TESTING THAT THEY COULD HAVE to determine some treatments they could pursue to slow the process down.