Medicine And Health With Dr Paul

In this episode, Dr. Paul Anderson clarifies the distinction between diseases and functional health issues, helping you understand how each impacts your health and well-being. He covers:Defining Disease: Explanation of what constitutes a disease, including its diagnosis, pathology, and how it typically involves structural changes in the body, such as infections, cancers, and chronic conditions like diabetes.Understanding Functional Health Issues: Overview of functional health issues, which may not have a clear-cut diagnosis but involve imbalances or dysfunctions in the body’s systems, such as chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalances, and digestive issues.How They Differ: Key differences between diseases and functional health issues, including how they are identified, treated, and managed.Diagnosis and Testing: Discussion on the diagnostic processes for both diseases and functional health issues, including the use of lab tests, imaging, and symptom analysis.Treatment Approaches: Comparison of treatment strategies: