What Causes A Strong Odour In Urine?

Posted on Sun, 2 Aug 2015

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Question : Recently I have noticed my urine has I strong odor of almonds? No pain when urinating, nothing. Onset was sudden and has been an issue for several months... Why is this?

Answered by Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Needs work up of urine. Likely Infection / dehydration.

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking

I read your question and i understand your concern. Urine smelling like almonds indicate either an infection or excess of proteins. It needs baseline urine routine examination, culture and sensitivity of the urine and also 24 hour collection for proteins assay.

Almond smell could also point towards concentrated urine and inadequate fluid intake or dehydration.Asparagus in diet can also give such smelly urine. take plenty of fluids, increase garlic intake, cranberry juices and do the following labs of the urine. After the labs discuss them with your doctor.

I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.

Regards
Khan

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar