Functional Medicine and Autoimmune Disease.

Functional Medicine and Autoimmune Disease.

Signs and symptoms of autoimmune disease vary but some common ones include:

· Fatigue

· Joint Pain & swelling

· Dizziness

· Muscle Pain

· Skin Problems

· Abdominal Pain or Digestive Issues

· Recurring Fever

· Swollen Glands

Possible Causes of autoimmune disease?

· Immune System Dysregulation

· Genetics

· Environmental Exposures

· Stress

· Infections

· Gut Health

Testing for the Root Cause of Autoimmune Diseases via Functional Medicine Labs includes.

SERUM/BLOOD TESTS

· CBC

· CMP

· ESR

· CRP

· ANA

· RF

· TSH

STOOL TEST

· Measures over 300 microorganisms, inflammation markers, and digestion and absorption, as well as Zonulin to assess GI function

Environmental Exposures-testing for heavy metals.

While conventional/western medicine treatment for autoimmune diseases main goal is to control symptoms, decrease inflammatory issues, and have periods of remission. Which can have high financial costs and serious side effects such as diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and infections. Functional medicine creates personalized plans to address the underlying cause of your immune system dysregulation. Some of these treatments may include autoimmune disease diets and supplements.

https://www.rupahealth.com/post/functional-medicine-protocol-for-autoimmune-diseases-balancing-the-immune-system