Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s defense system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues. For patients, this can mean unpredictable flare-ups of fatigue, pain, or inflammation that disrupt daily life. While medications may help control symptoms, they often don’t explain why the immune system is misfiring in the first place.
At Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity, board-certified physician Dr. David M. Creech works with patients in Wilmington to uncover the underlying drivers of autoimmune disease. Using the principles of functional medicine, he looks beyond symptom management to evaluate how hormones, digestion, inflammation, nutrition, and environmental exposures may all contribute to immune dysfunction.
What Are Autoimmune Conditions?
There are more than 80 recognized autoimmune diseases, including:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- Lupus
- Multiple sclerosis
- Psoriasis and other skin-related autoimmune disorders
While each condition is different, they share the common thread of immune overactivity. Triggers may include genetics, infections, chronic stress, toxins, or diet-related inflammation.
The Impact of Functional Medicine on Autoimmunity
Addressing the root contributors to autoimmune disease may improve:
- Frequency and severity of symptom flare-ups
- Daily energy and stamina
- Joint, muscle, and skin comfort
- Digestive health and nutrient absorption
- Cognitive clarity and mood stability
- Overall immune resilience
Even when autoimmune conditions cannot be “cured,” functional medicine helps reduce their impact on daily life.
Who May Benefit From Autoimmune Care?
Functional medicine evaluation may help if you:
- Have been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition and want more comprehensive care
- Struggle with symptoms that persist despite medication
- Experience chronic fatigue, brain fog, or pain with no clear cause
- Want to explore diet, lifestyle, and environmental triggers for flare-ups
- Prefer a proactive, whole-body approach to managing immune health
Steps in the Functional Medicine Process
Dr. Creech begins with a full consultation and advanced testing to assess immune markers, inflammation, and potential triggers. Based on results, your plan may include:
- Nutrition and elimination diets to identify food sensitivities
- Stress and sleep strategies to stabilize immune activity
- Supplements to support inflammation balance when appropriate
- Regular monitoring to adapt care as your condition changes
Why Choose Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity?
Autoimmune conditions require careful, individualized care. At our Wilmington clinic, Dr. Creech provides that depth. Patients appreciate his ability to connect symptoms across systems and design personalized strategies that complement existing treatments.
By combining his medical background with a functional medicine perspective, Dr. Creech offers care that goes beyond prescription management. Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity is a trusted destination for patients who want to live more fully despite autoimmune challenges.
Build a Stronger Foundation for Wellness
Living with an autoimmune condition can be challenging, but the right care can make a meaningful difference. Functional medicine offers strategies to calm the immune system, reduce flare-ups, and improve daily quality of life.
To learn more, contact Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity in Wilmington, Delaware, at (302) 599-9542 to schedule an appointment.