Functional Medicine, at Health By Design MD in St. Louis, we emphasize addressing the root causes of diseases rather than merely alleviating symptoms.

Conventional medicine often focuses on symptom relief, typically through medication, which provides temporary relief until the next dose. Symptoms persist unless the disease's root cause is addressed.

In contrast, functional medicine focuses on the patient rather than the disease. Treatment plans consider individual factors such as allergies, hormone imbalances, vitamin deficiencies, dietary habits, activity level, family history, and toxin exposure, aiming for long-term health solutions.

Functional medicine doesn't reject conventional medicine but expands upon it by integrating recent scientific advancements and developing a deeper understanding of each patient's unique needs.

Functional medicine is particularly effective for chronic conditions unresponsive to conventional approaches. Commonly treated conditions include:
● Autoimmune disorders● Depression● Diabetes● Allergies● Asthma● Celiac disease● Inflammatory bowel disease● Fibromyalgia● Cardiovascular disease● Menopause● Alzheimer’s disease● Adrenal disorders● Thyroid disorders
Functional medicine helps patients regain health and enhance their quality of life.