Why Does My Wee Smell Fishy?
Fish Odor Syndrome Also Called Trimethylaminuria, This Genetic Condition Can Give Your Pee a Fishy Smell. It Happens When Your Body Can't Break Down...
Fish Odor Syndrome
Also called trimethylaminuria, this genetic condition can give your pee a fishy smell. It happens when your body can't break down trimethylamine. You end up getting rid of the compound through your pee, sweat, breath, and other fluids. It doesn't mean you're unhealthy.Should I be worried if my pee smells like fish?
Fishy-smelling urine may be the first indication of a mild or severe health problem. Some people may have no other symptoms or several. In either case, a person should contact a doctor if they cannot identify the cause of a fishy odor. A UTI occurs when too much harmful bacteria grow in the urinary tract.How do I get rid of smelly urine?
Strategies for reducing the smell
- Avoid eating foods that cause urine to smell, especially asparagus.
- Switch supplements, if high levels of thiamin or choline are likely to be the culprit.
- Drink plenty of water to support hydration and kidney and urinary tract health.
- Visit the bathroom as soon as the urge strikes.
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