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There are various causes of sweet smell in the urine. Most are transient and due to metabolizing various foods. Sometimes strong odor is due to highly concentrated urine when one hasn't consumed enough water, easily fixed. Another cause is sweet smell due to uncontrolled Diabetes melitus, which can be determined through urinalysis evaluated by a physician.
There is a rare metabolic disease called Mapple Syrup Urine Disease , as the smell is like slightly burnt sugar - or for people who have actually smelt mapple syrup, that is apparently what the urine smell is similar to. The incidence of this illness is around one in 200.000 births, with the exception of a small intermarrying community of Northern European descent in the USA where the incidence is much higher. This neurological condition effects infants and children and would not present in adults.
MSUD, as it is known, is a condition where the body can't deal with substances called branched aminoacids. One of these, called leucine is toxic, in particular to the brain. There are various types of the disease, symptoms range from brain disfunction and death in the newborn period to very mild indeed. Many children will have mental retardation, even if their MSUD is discovered early and the metabolic doctors that care for them put them on the special protective diet at a very young age.
Some very fortunate children are known to have normal intelligence, this requires very good metabolic control throughout their lifetime.
Other causes of sweet smell in the urine are very rare indeed. One should have a talk with a Doctor Who specialises in metabolic medicine if one is concerned that urine smells very different to the usual. The tests to find out what is wrong and the methods to fix the problem are very complex.
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What causes guava smelling urine?
Eating too much guava.
What causes yeasty smelling urine?
UTI could cause smelly urine. If its yeasty smelling it could be vaginal yeast infection but could also be a UTI. Go to the doc and get a urine test. Always the best thing to do :)
What causes the distinct odor of cat urine, which is often described as smelling like ammonia?
The distinct odor of cat urine, often described as smelling like ammonia, is caused by the presence of urea and other compounds in the urine that break down into ammonia when exposed to air.
What are the possible causes of strong-smelling urine?
Strong smelling urine can occur from a few sources, my answer is incomplete but at least you'll have more info. If you are dehydrated or not drinking enough water. Depending on the smell. you have have an infection which really needs to be treated by a Dr.
What causes salty smelling fingers?
Salty smelling fingers can be caused by a build-up of sweat and bacteria on the skin. This can happen if hands are not washed regularly or if there is excessive sweating. Certain medical conditions or medications can also contribute to changes in body odor.
What could be wrong strong smelling urine and bloated stomach?
strong smelling urine and bloated stomach
How do you treat sweet smelling urine?
Sweet smelling urine can indicate serious medical issues, including diabetes. Pregnant women can also have sweet smelling urine. If a person's urine smells sweet, they should probably see a doctor to determine the cause. Once a cause is determined, the doctor can decide on a treatment.
Can you come out positive in a urine test just by smelling it?
No.
What does it mean if urine is very salty?
Nothing as this is normal
Urine smell like medicine after taking diet pills?
I'm pretty sure your urine should smell like urine. Why are you smelling your urine?
Does bad smelling urine denote a sine of kidney failure?
no
What is the Medical term meaning foul-smelling urine?
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