The Dr. Autoimmune team are experts in working with a wide array of medical conditions, including conditions that haven’t improved with standard medical care. It is our goal to help individuals find the root cause of their symptoms and attain newfound relief. Below are conditions that our team commonly works with and has seen success in.
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in your throat that makes specific hormones. Over 90% of thyroid conditions are autoimmune. Typically in treatment for hypothyroid conditions, an oral hormone medication is prescribed and can be helpful for the symptoms. However, since this drug may cause long-term damage to bones and the cardiovascular system, many people choose to find more natural ways to treat their thyroiditis. Our functional medicine approach focuses on finding the causes and designing a custom treatment plan.
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Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks the thyroid gland. It is the most common thyroid disorder in America. Symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, brain fog, sleep problems, constipation, and more. All autoimmune diseases start in the gut. We design custom plans of dietary intervention, supplements and lifestyle recommendations to help heal the gut and support the immune system rather than focusing on the thyroid. In supporting these fundamental functions of the digestive tract we can reduce inflammation and see dramatic changes in symptoms.
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An ever-growing number of people suffer from anxiety and/or depression worldwide. There is hope for happiness. It takes courage and commitment as well as powerful knowledge, support, and tools from an expert. Dr. Autoimmune and his team incorporate functional medicine, functional neurology, functional nutrition, brain mapping, neurofeedback and customized chiropractic care to help people with both depression and anxiety.
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Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks its own tissue. The majority of Americans actually have a genetic predisposition for gluten intolerance, which can trigger and/or exacerbate many other conditions, especially related to autoimmunity. All autoimmune diseases start in the gut. We design custom plans of dietary intervention, supplements and lifestyle recommendations to help heal the gut and support the immune system. In supporting these fundamental functions of the digestive tract we can reduce inflammation and see dramatic changes in symptoms. Let us help you find out if your health conditions are related to gluten intolerance.
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Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the immune system attacks the thyroid gland. If you’re one of the 10 million people who have Graves’ disease, you’re probably wondering what you can do to help improve symptoms and get some relief. It can be frustrating trying to find help with chronic and complex conditions, which is why we have chosen to dedicate our practice to exactly that. Instead of treating the symptoms, our functional medicine approach focuses on finding the causes.
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to a group of conditions, including autoimmune Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. IBD affects 3 million people in the US, yet conventional medicine still hasn’t identified the cause or cure. The good news is, there is hope! We understand that living with inflammatory bowel disease is painful, frustrating, and exhausting. The conventional treatment is to prescribe medications that help manage the symptoms, but this approach does not recognize the interconnectedness of our bodies. Instead of focusing on band-aid treatments for IBD, functional medicine aims to heal the leaky gut and identify the personal environmental triggers that differ from person to person.
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Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. The main types of lupus are systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), discoid lupus, drug induced lupus, and neonatal lupus. SLE is considered the most common kind of lupus and the most serious form as well. Symptoms of lupus include muscle and joint pain, chest pain, rashes, kidney problems, mouth sores, prolonged fatigue, and more. If you suspect you may have lupus, reach out to us today for help!
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. There is no known cure, and this condition is potentially debilitating. Treatments that are available for MS are expensive, experimental, and provide temporary relief at best. Most MS patients focus their treatment plans around physical therapy. Though keeping the muscles in use and attempting to reconnect neurons through this method is helpful, it does not address the root cause of the problem. It can be frustrating trying to find help with MS, which is why instead of treating the symptoms, the functional medicine approach focuses on finding the causes. Turn to the experts at Dr. Autoimmune to help!
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Autoimmunity is a highly frustrating condition because there are over 100 known distinct autoimmune conditions, and most doctors are not thoroughly trained in diagnosis and management of complex immune system disorders. Our specialty is autoimmunity. Whether you know or suspect that you have an autoimmune condition, we can help you achieve your wellness goals.
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Raynaud’s phenomenon is a condition that can be a sign of an underlying autoimmune disease. Raynaud’s affects the arteries and blood vessels, causing vascular ‘spasms’ that restrict blood flow to extremities such as the ears, toes, and nose. These spasms can be triggered by mild cold or even emotional distress. If you’re experiencing symptoms of Raynaud’s, like fingers that turn pale or white, then blue, when exposed to cold and red when the hands are warmed, or sensitivity to cold in ears, toes, and knees, then reach out to the experts at Dr. Autoimmune for help.
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Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the immune system attacks its own body (specifically the joints, but can also damage your eyes and other organs). Life with rheumatoid arthritis can be miserable — the aches, the burn, the feeling of stiffness that lasts throughout the day — but there is hope! We focus on finding the root cause and discovering the triggers that may be the actual culprit behind your rheumatoid arthritis.
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Sjögren’s syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease that is often found in conjunction with other autoimmune diseases or related conditions, commonly Raynaud’s phenomenon. Diagnosing Sjögren’s can be difficult as the symptoms overlap with many other conditions and there is not one single test to confirm this condition’s presence. Symptoms may include dry eyes and mouth, joint and muscle pain, brain fog, dry or peeling lips, and more. If you’re suspicious you may have Sjögren’s syndrome, reach out to us!
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