Has anyone. Had any strange odors to their urine?

Posted by anet @anet, Aug 28 9:44pm

I have had my urine tested and there was no infection. I do not have pain. Only some slight urgency at times. It is also cloudy. It smells really terrible. And sometimes I detect the same odor when I have a bowel movement.

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leemoore13 | @leemoore13 | Aug 29 5:09am

Do you eat asparagus? That can produce a really dreadful odour. Also Vagifem estrogen suppositories or a pessary ring can cause smelly discharge. Drinking plenty of water can help if strong smell is caused by dehydration.

Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Aug 29 6:45am

@anet

Cloudy and urine that smells can be caused by many things. Few common reasons are:
• Dehydration:
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): - which you have been tested for
• Diet: Certain foods, @leemoore13 mentioned asparagus, few others are garlic, lunch meats, beans, cauliflower, mushrooms, and spinach.
• Medications and Supplements: Some medications and vitamin supplements can change the odor and appearance of urine.
• Medical Conditions such as diabetes and kidney stones

I am glad you got tested for UTI to rule out that cause.

Articles I read said drink plenty of fluids and if does not clear up in few days, you should follow up with your provider.

Is this a new condition, and if so have you changed any medications or diet?

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