Functional Medicine

Parasitic Infections — More Common Than You Think

Parasitic infections are far more prevalent than most people realize, and they are a commonly overlooked driver of chronic digestive issues, fatigue, and immune dysfunction. We test for and treat parasitic infections with effective, targeted protocols.

Patients must be physically located in North Carolina at the time of service.

Why Parasites Are So Often Missed

Standard stool testing misses the majority of parasitic infections. Specialized comprehensive stool analysis using PCR technology is far more sensitive and can identify parasites, bacteria, and other pathogens that standard testing misses. If you have chronic digestive issues that have not responded to conventional treatment, parasites may be a contributing factor.

How Parasites Affect Your Health

Parasites compete for nutrients, damage the gut lining, trigger immune reactions, and disrupt the microbiome. They can cause a wide range of symptoms — from obvious digestive issues to seemingly unrelated problems like fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, and joint pain. Some parasites can persist for years without causing obvious symptoms while quietly undermining your health.

Our Treatment Approach

We use comprehensive stool testing to identify the specific organisms present, then build a targeted treatment protocol. Depending on the pathogen, this may include pharmaceutical antiparasitic medications, herbal antiparasitic protocols, or a combination. We also address the gut damage caused by the infection and restore a healthy microbiome to prevent recurrence.

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