Yeast Test and Questionnaire
Here is a quote from Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum's book, "From Fatigued To Fantastic" :
"There are no definitive tests for yeast overgrowth that will distinguish yeast overgrowth from normal yeast growth in the body. There is one test that may be useful, though. This is a urine tartaric acid test. Tartaric acid is a waste product of yeast overgrowth. In fermenting wine, for example, it is critical to remove the tartaric acid. Otherwise, the wine would be toxic to people. Dr. William Shaw, head of the Great Plains Laboratory in Kansas City, Missouri, has found elevations in urine tartaric acid in both CFIDS/FMS patients and autistic children. In my experience, however, using Dr. William Crook's yeast questionnaire is still the most reliable way to tell if a person is at risk of yeast overgrowth."
Yeast Connection Test - Short Version
Developed by William G. Crook, M.D.
Are Your Health Problems
Yeast Connected?If your answer is yes to any question, check the box in the right hand column. When you've completed the questionnaire, add up the points you've checked. Your score will help you determine the possibility (or probability) that your health problems are yeast connected. A more definitive test follows this one and it is highly recommended that you take it as well.
YES
SCORE
1. Have you taken repeated or prolonged courses
of antibacterial drugs? 42. Have you been bothered by recurrent vaginal, prostate or urinary infections? 3
3. Do you feel "sick all over," yet the cause hasn't been found? 2
4. Are you bothered by hormone disturbances,including PMS, menstrual irregularities, sexual dysfunction, sugar craving, low body temperature or fatigue? 2
5. Are you unusually sensitive to tobacco smoke, perfumes, colognes and other chemical odors? 2
6. Are you bothered by memory or concentration problems? Do you sometimes feel "spaced out"? 2
7. Have you taken prolonged courses of Prednisone or other steroids; or have you taken "the pill" for more than 3 years? 2
8. Do some foods disagree with you or trigger your symptoms? 1
9. Do you suffer with constipation, diarrhea, bloating or abdominal pain? 1
10. Does your skin itch, tingle or burn; or is it unusually dry; or are you bothered by rashes? 1
Scoring for women: If your score is 9 or more, your health problems are probably yeast connected. If your score is 12 or more, your health problems are almost certainly yeast connected.
Scoring for men: If your score is 7 or more, your health problems are probably yeast connected. If your score is 10 or more, your health problems are almost certainly yeast connected.
If your score is in the high range, you need to take the long questionnaire as well to get a more accurate indication of the severity of condition.
Yeast Questionnaire - Long Version
This is not an online test. We suggest you print it, circle your scores and keep it for future reference and to discuss with your healthcare provider. The results are important for you and your doctor to know.
This questionnaire lists factors in your medical history that promote the growth of the common yeast, Candida Albicans (Section A), and symptoms commonly found in individuals with yeast-connected illness (Sections B and C).1. Fatigue or lethargy_______*Filling out and scoring this questionnaire should help you and your physician evaluate how Candida Albicans may be contributing to your health problems. Yet it will not provide an automatic yes or no answer. A comprehensive history and physical examination are important. In addition, laboratory studies, x-rays, and other types of tests may also be appropriate.
For each yes answer in Section A, circle the Point Score. Total your score, and record it at the end of the section. Then move on to Sections B and C, and score as directed.
Section A: History Point Score
1. Have you taken tetracyclines (Sumycin®, Panmycin®, Vibramycin®,Minocin®, etc.) or other antibiotics for acne for 1 month (or longer)? Point score: 50
2. Have you, at any time in your life, taken other "broad spectrum" antibiotics for respiratory, urinary or other infections for 2 months or longer, or for shorter periods 4 or more times in a 1-year span? Point score: 50
3. Have you taken a broad spectrum antibiotic drug – even for one period? Point score: 6
4. Have you, at any time in your life, been bothered by persistent prostatitis, vaginitis, or other problems affecting your reproductive organs? Point score: 25
5. Have you been pregnant 2 or more times? Point score: 5
Pregnant 1 time? Point score: 3
6. Have you taken birth control pills for more than 2 years?
Point score: 15Taken birth control pills 6 months to 2 years?
Point score: 87. Have you taken Prednisone, Decadron®, or other cortisone-type drugs by mouth or inhalation** for more than 2 weeks?
Point score: 15Taken these drugs 2 weeks or less? Point score: 6
8. Does exposure to perfumes, insecticides, fabric shop odors, or other chemicals provoke moderate to severe symptoms? Point score: 20
Does exposure produce mild symptoms?
Point score: 59. Are your symptoms worse on damp, muggy days or in moldy places? Point score: 20
10.Have you had athlete’s foot, ringworm, "jock itch" or other chronic fungus infections of the skin or nails that have been severe or persistent? Point score: 20
Mild or moderate? Point score: 10
11. Do you crave sugar? Point score: 10
12. Do you crave breads? Point score: 10
13. Do you crave alcoholic beverages? Point score: 10
14. Does tobacco smoke really bother you?
Point score: 10Total Score, Section A _______
**The use of nasal or bronchial sprays containing cortisone and/or other steroids promotes overgrowth in the respiratory tract.
Section B: Major Symptoms
For each symptom that is present, enter the appropriate number in the Point Score column:
If a symptom is occasional or mild, score 3 points. Total the score for this section, and record it at the end of this section.
If a symptom is frequent and/or moderately severe, score 6 points.
If a symptom is severe and/or disabling, score 9 points.
Point Score
2. Feeling of being "drained"_______
3. Poor memory _______
4. Feeling "spacey" or "unreal" _______
5. Inability to make decisions _______
6. Numbness, burning or tingling _______
7. Insomnia_______
8. Muscle aches_______
9. Muscle weakness or paralysis _______
10. Pain and/or swelling in joints _______
11.Abdominal pain_______
12. Constipation_______
13. Diarrhea _______
14. Bloating, belching or intestinal gas_______
15.Troublesome vaginal burning, itching or discharge _______
16. Prostatitis_______
17. Impotence _______
18. Loss of sexual desire or feeling _______
19. Endometriosis or infertility_______
20. Cramps and/or other menstrual irregularities_______
21. Premenstrual tension_______
22. Attacks of anxiety or crying_______
23. Cold hands or feet and/or chilliness_______
24.Shaking or irritable when hungry _______
Total Score, Section B_______
1. Drowsiness_______Section C: Other Symptoms*
For each symptom that is present, enter the appropriate number in the Point Score column:
If a symptom is occasional or mild, score 3 points. Total the score for this section and record it in the box at the end of this section.
If a symptom is frequent and/or moderately severe, score 6 points.
If a symptom is severe and/or persistent, score 9 points.
Point score
2. Irritability or jitteryness_______
3. Incoordination_______
4. Inability to concentrate_______
5. Frequent mood swings_______
6. Headaches_______
7. Dizziness/loss of balance_______
8.Pressure above ears, feeling of head swelling _______
9. Tendency to bruise easily_______
10. Chronic rashes or itching_______
11. Psoriasis or recurrent hives _______
12. Indigestion or heartburn_______
13. Food sensitivity or intolerance _______
14. Mucus in stools_______
15. Rectal itching_______
16. Dry mouth or throat_______
17. Rash or blisters in mouth_______
18. Bad breath_______
19. Foot, hair or body odor not relieved by washing _______
20. Nasal congestion or post nasal drip_______
21. Nasal itching_______
22. Sore throat_______
23. Laryngitis, loss of voice_______
24. Cough or recurrent bronchitis _______
25. Pain or tightness in chest_______
26. Wheezing or shortness of breath_______
27. Urinary frequency, urgency or incontinence _______
28. Burning on urination_______
29. Spots in front of eyes or erratic vision_______
30. Burning or tearing of eyes_______
31. Recurrent infections or fluid in ears_______
32.Ear pain or deafness_______
*While the symptoms in this section occur commonly in patients with yeast-connected illness, they also occur commonly in patients who do not have candida.Total Score, Section C _______
Total Score, Section B _______
Total Score, Section A _______
Grand Total Score
(add totals from Sections A, B and C) _______The Grand Total Score will help you and your physician decide if your health problems are yeast-connected. Scores for women will run higher, as 7 items in this questionnaire apply exclusively to women, while only 2 apply exclusively to men.
Yeast-connected health problems are almost certainly present in women with scores over 180, and in men with scores over 140.
Yeast-connected health problems are probably present in women with scores over 120, and in men with scores over 90.
Yeast-connected health problems are possibly present in women with scores over 60, and in men with scores over 40.
With scores less than 60 for women and 40 for men, yeast are less apt to cause health problems.
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