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The body is very sensitive to hormones, so even a small variation in hormone levels can lead to symptoms at any time.
Furthermore, hormone levels change over time.
Chemicals in the environment (endocrine disruptors) are increasingly recognised as affecting hormone-related symptoms.
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Hormones are chemicals which carry messages to different parts of your body to regulate how your body operates. They affect processes including
Most people are aware of testosterone (the ‘male’ hormone) and oestrogen (the ‘female’ hormone). In fact, both men and women have both testosterone and oestrogen in their bodies, as well as many other hormones. Progesterone is a very important calming and balancing hormone for women’s health, and natural progesterone is very different from what is commonly used in birth control.
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Probiotics – and other supplements – can help restore and maintain a healthy microbiome. In turn, this reduces digestive symptoms.
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Some digestive disorders are curable. Others are not.
Our goal at PIM is to alleviate or improve symptoms through careful investigation of root causes which means we can formulate a personalised treatment plan for you.
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Diet is a key factor in managing digestive disorders, just as it is in our overall treatment philosophy.
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We use a combination of medical history, blood tests and stool tests not only to diagnose your digestive disorder, but also to identify issues or substances which may be making symptoms worse.
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Digestive disorders can be caused by genetic factors, infections, inflammation, food intolerances, stress, poor diet, and lifestyle factors.
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While there is currently no cure for autoimmune conditions, it may be possible to achieve remission.
There are many treatments available to manage symptoms and improve your quality of life. These include standard medications as well as lifestyle changes (diet, exercise) and complementary therapies.
As integrative medicine practitioners, we work with you to develop a personalised treatment plan which works for you. The includes working out what substances trigger a reaction in you, then developing a plan to minimise your exposure to these substances
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Diagnosis of autoimmune conditions usually begins with a review of symptoms and medical history. Your family’s medical history may also be relevant. You may also have blood tests for specific autoantibodies or inflammatory markers.
Many patients already have a diagnosis when they first come to PIM, but they have not found standard treatment fully effective.
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Symptoms vary depending on the condition and the individual patient. The most common symptoms include:
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An autoimmune condition occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body, instead of infections or diseases. This can be local to one organ, or your immune system may attack your entire body. Autoimmune responses can lead to chronic inflammation and damage your organs and bodily systems.
Common autoimmune conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s Disease and multiple sclerosis.
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Both IgE and IgG antibodies show that your body is reacting negatively to something. However,
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Our consultations are generally not claimable, but we do offer concession pricing. Please contact us for more detail.
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No, you do not need a referral for food intolerance testing.
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Usually there is no need to fast or modify your diet. If you are taking medications or supplements, please discuss with us in advance of your test.
