Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Comprehensive Parasitology Test look for?

The Comprehensive Parasitology Test looks for Yeasts, Parasites, and Bacteria

 Yeast

What are yeasts?

Yeasts are unicellular fungi. Some forms of yeasts are present in small numbers in the normal flora of the gastrointestinal tract, female urinary tract and respiratory tract. If they are able to multiply in an uncontrolled way local infections can result and in some individuals are able to break through the gut barrier and are able to enter the bloodstream resulting in symptoms seen in others of the body.

What are the symptoms of a yeast overgrowth?

• Cystitis
• Thrush
• Vaginitis
• Abdominal bloating
• Abdominal pain
• Gas
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Heartburn
• Acne
• Headaches/migraine
• Inability to concentrate
• Fatigue
• Lethargy
• Depression
• Muscle and join aches and pains
• Premenstrual tension

How do I get a yeast overgrowth?

• Steroid use
• Antibiotic use
• Contraceptives use
• Multiple pregnancies
• High sugar diet
• High alcohol diet
• High stress

Parasite

What is a parasite?

Parasites are organisms that live within the intestinal tract, growing and feeding from the nutrients you put into your body.

What are the symptoms associated with parasite infections?

• Diarrhoea
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Foul smelling stools
• Abdominal distension
• Heartburn
• Blood or mucus in the stool
• Vomiting
• Symptoms can mimic IBS, Crohn’s, and Coeliac
• Anxiety / Depression
• Gastritis
• Constipation
• Fever & chills (at onset of parasitic infection)
• Gas and bloating
• Weight loss

How do you get parasites?

Parasites are much more common in the UK than many realise and are transmitted by insects, pets, uncooked meat, water and in some cases person to person.

Bacteria

What are pathogenic bacteria?

Bacteria identified as pathogenic are well-recognised pathogens that have the ability to cause health problems and should be part of the normal gut flora.

What are non-pathogenic bacteria?

These bacteria are part of the normal eco-system of the gut but should be found in small quantities only. If there are allowed to grow and proliferate they can begin to cause some digestive problems.

What are beneficial bacteria?

Friendly, or beneficial bacteria, such as Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria, play an important role in promoting a healthy gut including digestion and absorption. Friendly bacteria will also help prevent an overgrowth of yeast and bacteria.

What are the symptoms of bacteria imbalance?

• Bloating
• Gas
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Heartburn
• Sensitivity to foods in particular sugar
• Cravings for foods in particular sugar
• Tiredness
• Nausea
• Headaches

How do I get bacteria imbalance?

A lack of friendly bacteria, a diet high in sugar and refined food, alcohol, contaminated food and water, a stressful lifestyle, high antibiotic and steroid use and female contraceptive use.

Have we not answered your question?

If we have not answered your question here then please email us at: questions@gillianmckeithclinic.com and we will add it to our list.

What does the test report look like – Can I see a sample report?

View a sample report please– please bear in mind that once you have purchased your test kit and received your results you will be able to gain access to the secure login area where you results will be stored. This is where you will also be able to find the solution to any infections the test shows positive for.