Which physicians focus on cures instead of symptoms? let us ask the real question, "What is a symptom versus a Diagnosis?"

Raise your hands, clinicians, what do you focus on for isolating problems instead of symptoms?

So far, I have only met naturopaths who look at root cause of disease/organ dysfunction instead of symptoms, such as: parasites, heavy metal toxicity and/or forever chemicals (Pfas) that include dysfunctional livers, and the individual body's need regarding micronutrients needing balancing (either too low or too high).

Let's ask the question, "Is Cancer, Afib, Hypo/Hyperthyroidism - basically anything with a diagnostic code - a diagnosis or a syptom?

Many will find this a strange question because these are physicians' diagnoses. So let us ask the next logical question, "What caused it/Why do I now have it while others do not?" 

Our Almighty God created a miraculous, intricate body that is designed to repair itself, to return to a state of homeostasis. A simple mechanism that people take for granted every day is when you get a cut, slice through the skin and blood appears. Your body amazingly knows to send circulating platelets to that specific location to form clots, only at that precise spot, to seal the wound: I find that an amazing, miraculous function. The premise should always be ...

What is stopping my body from fixing itself - getting back to homeostasis? 

A "go to" for many M.D.s is to blame issues on the aging process and/or genetics, which can be a fast way to push medications for symptoms without ever answering the why. Do we know everything about the body and disease? No, we are probably still in our infancy of understanding. Is there much known that is not being addressed ... Yes! It is up to each person to take control of their health & care, to know their own body and communicate well with dedicated healers. Because each person is an individual, not a protocol.

What are some things everyone can have evaluated?

THE very first step requires a very detailed, comprehensive History & Physical (H&P).
Dig, Dig, Dig ... And each person with issues can journal their condition, answering the following questions for each symptom.

• Onset (when did it start, days/weeks/years)
• Location (local, general, radiating, etc.)
• Frequency
• Intensity (dull, sharp, etc.)
• Association (eating, walking, environment, etc.)
• Correlation (malaise, tiredness, etc.)
• Position (lying on back or side, sitting, etc.) 
• ​What provides relief, if anything

When evaluating for causes, people often forget to look at the whole picture, look at the combination of issues versus isolated reasons. Continue reading for examples.

Heavy Metals - PFAS Chemicals

A lot of literature is now easily available regarding heavy metal toxicity from shots (aka vaccines), chemtrails, sprays on food, cooking pans, teeth fillings, etc. 

Many conditions, whether neuro or organ impairment, and mental issues, may be attributed to heavy metals. Only a few examples:

1. Aluminum  Aluminium in brain tissue in familial Alzheimer’s disease, 2017
2. Cadmium  Exposure to cadmium and its impacts on human health: A short review, 2025
3. Mercury  ​Mercury Exposure and Heart Diseases, 2017
4. Cobalt  Cobalt poisoning "is a well-documented complication associated with metal-on-metal hip implants, primarily due to the release of cobalt and chromium ions. "Absorbing a large amount of cobalt over longer periods of time can lead to serious health problems, such as:

• Cardiomyopathy (a problem where your heart becomes big and floppy and has problems pumping blood)
• Deafness
• Nerve problems
• Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
• Thickening of the blood
• Thyroid problems
• Vision problems​

A significant amount of literature also addresses water table contamination and issues related to parasites.

Disease or Symptom: Effect is Symptom while Cause is the Problem

For this writing, only a few of the many examples are covered. The main micronutrients of iodine, selenium, magnesium, manganese, and copper, along with essential vitamins, are a good focus.

Atrial fibrillation (Afib) - condition ... or symptom?

• Selenium deficiency is associated with new-onset atrial fibrillation in PREVEND: a prospective general population cohort, 2022 
• Micronutrient deficiencies and new-onset atrial fibrillation in a community-based cohort, 2025
• "Selenium deficiency is associated with a significantly increased risk of new-onset atrial fibrillation (AFib), particularly in non-smokers, according to a large prospective cohort study (PREVEND) involving over 5,400 participants.  After adjusting for other risk factors, individuals with selenium deficiency had a 69% higher risk of developing AFib (HR 1.69, p = 0.020)."
• Low magnesium levels have been implicated as a risk factor for the development of atrial fibrillation (AF), 2013
• Nitric Oxide (NO) Hope for Patients With Atrial Fibrillation, 2002  "NO is a critical signaling molecule with diverse physiological roles across multiple systems, including regulation of clotting, ovarian function, cardiac activity, and neural communication."

​​​What is the downside of assessing Magnesium & Selenium & Nitric Oxide, etc., levels as possible underlying issues for the symptom?

Cancer - condition ... or symptom?
White blood cells/our immune system is designed to "eat up" or destroy and eliminate foreign invaders, including cancer cells.  "Macrophages can eliminate cancer cells through multiple mechanisms, primarily by phagocytosis, direct cytotoxicity, and by orchestrating broader anti-tumor immune responses.

• ​CDC researchers link cancer cells from parasite to human tumors, Nov 4, 2015​​

1951 Confidential CIA document

X account Concerned Citizen

• ​PFOA, PFOS, and Related PFAS Chemicals, American Cancer Society ​​
• "Both PFOA & PFOS are​classified as possible human carcinogens  by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), PFOA upgraded in 2023"

​​​What is the downside of assessing for parasites, white blood cells-immune system dysfunction, heavy metal toxicity, forever chemicals, etc.?

Endocrine disorders - condition ... or symptom?
Thyroid - Role of iodine, selenium and other micronutrients in thyroid function and disorders, 2009

• Copper toxicity "is strongly linked to nervousness and anxiety, particularly through its impact on neurotransmitter balance and thyroid function.  Excess copper can disrupt the copper-zinc ratio, which is critical for neurological health. When copper levels are high and zinc low—common in copper toxicity—this imbalance can lead to overstimulation of the central nervous system, resulting in anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and attention deficits."

HPA dysfunction (primarily adrenal) - read my blog regarding

• Vitamin C: Essential for cortisol production in the adrenal glands; deficiency impairs the stress response and contributes to adrenal fatigue. 
  B Vitamins (especially B5, B6, B12, B2, B9): Critical for energy metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and supporting the nervous system under stress; low levels impair HPA axis function and increase fatigue. 
  Magnesium: Required for proper HPA axis regulation; deficiency amplifies stress response, increases anxiety, and disrupts cortisol balance. 
  Vitamin D: Deficiency is linked to increased cortisol production and worsened adrenal insufficiency; also vital for immune and hormonal health. 
  Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Low levels are associated with elevated CRH and cortisol, chronic inflammation, and impaired stress resilience. 
  Zinc and Iron: Deficiencies can disrupt hormone regulation and contribute to HPA axis dysregulation, with iron deficiency potentially affecting hypothalamic function.
  DHEA: Often low in HPA dysfunction; a precursor to sex hormones and a neurosteroid that supports stress resilience.
• Tatoos: "Copper is one of the most prevalent heavy metals found in tattoo inks, with concentrations reaching up to 25,701 mg/kg in some products. A 2025 study on EU-market inks found that copper was the most concerning metal for non-cancer health risks, with up to 85.4% of products showing unacceptable exposure levels (MoS <100) under realistic tattooing scenarios."
• Vaping/e-cigarettes: Vaping exposes users to harmful levels of heavy metals, including lead, nickel, chromium, cadmium, arsenic, and uranium, which can accumulate in the body and pose serious health risks, especially for youth. Evidence from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2025.

​Manganese is a mineral element that is both nutritionally essential and potentially toxic. The derivation of its name from the Greek word for magic remains appropriate, because scientists are still working to understand the diverse effects of manganese deficiency and manganese toxicity.

The bottom line of this article, the underlying 'why' or 'how' is the cause/the problem, and everything stemming from it is a symptom of the issue. It is up to each individual to investigate what is going on in their own body. 

* unless cited, facts listed above are AI generated answers from multiple sources.

Why Do Cells 'Turning Off' Underlie So Many Chronic Diseases?  Understanding the Cell Danger Response is critical for treating spike protein injuries and many other complex illnesses.
A Midwestern Doctor - The Forgotten Side of Medicine, Feb 2, 2026

https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/p/why-do-cells-turning-off-underlie

Regenerative Medicine and The Cell Danger Response
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A Midwestern Doctor - The Forgotten Side of Medicine, Feb 9, 2026

https://open.substack.com/pub/amidwesterndoctor/p/regenerative-medicine-and-the-cell-6c5?redirect=app-store