This is where it is vital that you become informed. If you have suspicions that you have a particular autoimmune condition, then do some research on the internet or contact the organizations that represent your disease and then bring your information to your physician.

Be an advocate for yourself, and present your information to your physician. If your physician suggests that your problem is psychosomatic or nonexistent, the best option is to find another doctor, preferably a holistic practitioner who treats the body as a whole, not just a conglomeration of separate symptoms.

Holistic health care practitioners, in my opinion, are better equipped to deal with the complexity of autoimmune diseases, as they believe in prevention and in dealing with the underlying cause of the problem, versus just treating the symptoms.

If you are having trouble finding a holistic health care practitioner who understands the complexity of autoimmune disorders, you may wish to contact one of the consultants listed here.

Dr. Thomas Nissen is an expert in both Environmental Medicine as well as in Cellular Regeneration Therapy. He has a private practice in Montreal, Canada. He speaks and trains others frequently throughout North America, specifically on heavy metal poisoning and its effects on the body's internal environment. After 20 years of experience in holistic medicine, Thomas Nissen is convinced that the new medical approach to autoimmune disorders will be a combination of Environmental Medicine, Cellular Regeneration Therapy and Microbiology Therapy.

You may contact Dr. Nissen by clicking here.

Dr. Joseph Mercola is an osteopathic physician and natural medicine expert who specializes in treating metabolic and immune system disorders. He also runs a popular alternative website at www.mercola.com.

American Autoimmune Disease Information

This organization offers information on more that 50 autoimmune disorders. www.aarda.org