Anus Itches

Anal itching has a number of possible cause including intestinal parasites, which is especially true if the person has unexplained diarrhea or has recently returned from foreign travel. It can also be due to a need for bile salts and / or hydrochloric acid.

Other Indications:
1. Vitamin A and zinc need

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.

Feel Worse in Moldy or Musty Place

Feeling worse in a moldy and musty places is a strong indication of a dysbiosis in the digestive tract with an overgrowth of yeast. The body can sometimes be so overburdened with yeast that even the least amount of toxic exposure can precipitate a bad reaction. The body may also need supplemental molybdenum, a trace mineral that acts as a co-factor for the liver’s detox pathways.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

History of Parasites

A client may indicate a history of parasites, which may have been treated; yet present no evidence to show that the parasite were effectively eliminated from the body. Parasites are very persistent and can linger for long periods of time. Their presence can contribute to  low-grade sickness and often-unrelated symptoms from allergies, and fibromyalgia to Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy and chronic sinusitis. As we continue to use more antibiotics, the environment becomes more toxic, the quality of food continues to decline., and we continue to decrease our aerobic exercise, we will become more susceptible to parasitic infections. 


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

Bad Breath or Strong Body Odors

Bad breath or strong body odors are an indication of a disturbed digestive system. If the digestive system is assessed and any dysfunction is corrected, the chances are that the halitosis will go. It can, of course, be caused by poor dental hygiene.

Other Indications
Liver detoxification problems

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

Excessive Foul Smelling Lower Bowel Gas

Excessive fouls smelling lower bowel gas is a strong indicator of dysbiosis and a disturbed lower digestive system. There may be a maldigestion occuring in the upper gastrointesinal tract that leaves partially undigesed food that exacerbates the dysbiosis. 

Other Indications
Liver detoxification problems


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

Mucus in Stool

Mucus appears in the stool in conditions of parasympathetic excitability. Excessive productions can occur from irritation to the gastrointestinal tract as seen in colitis, food sensitivity, and pancreatitis. Translucent gelatinous mucus clinging to the surface of formed stool occurs in spastic constipation, mucous colitis, emotionally disturbed clients or excessive straining at stool. Bloody mucus clinging to stool suggests a neoplasm or inflammation of rectal canal. Mucus with pus and blood is seen in ulcerative colitis, bacillary dysentery, ulcerative cancer of colon, or acute diverticulitis. 

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

117. Coated Tongue

A coated tongue is an indication of some kind of disturbance in the digestive organs. It's main indication is a toxic bowel with dysbiosis and/or increased intestinal hyperpermeability. It may also show a need for digestive enzymes or HCL supplementation.


Lifestyle Changes
Look at handout located here for a diet on Dysbiosis and a Diet to Aid Digestion



Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.

129. Blood in the Stool

Blood in the stool can be an indication of serious pathology. A black stool is usually a result of bleeding in the upper GI tract. The cause could be an ulcer, Crohn's disease, colitis, or cancer, iron, bismuth, charcoal or a heavy meat diet. A red stool is usually the result of bleeding from the lower GI tract (hemorrhoid, fissures, colitis, cancer) or even beets.

If you are in doubt as to the cause of the bleeding, please refer to a gastroenterologist for further work-up and evaluation.


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.

128. Irritable Bowel or Mucus Colitis

Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS and mucous colitis are common conditions that present with a combination of any of the following symptoms: abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea, hyper secretion of the colonic mucus, flatulence, nausea or anorexia, and varying degrees of anxiety and depression. Many other conditions make mimic the symptoms of IBS and should be ruled out. The causes of IBS are not completely clear, but physiological, psychological and dietary factors have been linked to this condition.

Please consult your physician if you have any questions regarding IBS.



Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.