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Always make sure you, or those you care for, get enough fluids. Strong smelling urine that is dark and cloudy can be confused with symptoms of a urinary tract infection or so-called Asymptomatic Bacteriuria see below.
Bacteria in urine Scientists have recently found that the urinary tract has its own microflora. This means that most people have small amounts of bacteria in their urine.
Research is ongoing to find out the composition of this flora, whether it is stable or not and whether it can help prevent infections caused by other unwanted bacteria. When urine smells, it may be a urinary tract infection Sometimes, unwanted bacteria can enter the urinary tract and cause an infection — urinary tract infection or cystitis.
This is often caused by the Escherichia coli bacteria that occur naturally in the intestine, and which sometimes get into the urethra and travel up the urinary tract. In women, a urinary or bladder infection occurs more often because the urethra is shorter and closer to the anus.
In addition to bacteria, viruses or fungi can trigger an infection. The invading bacteria thrive in urine and multiply quickly and cause an infection, which can result in an unpleasant smell. Smell in urine caused by Asymptomatic Bacteriuria It is also possible that large numbers of bacteria can populate the urinary tract.
The bacteria are usually of different types and not especially harmful. This means they can be present without causing any problems, apart from making the urine smell unpleasant. These bacteria are more common in the elderly, in women and in people with diabetes or catheters.
This condition is not usually treated with antibiotics. This is because if the balance of flora is altered, antibiotic treatment may allow other bacteria to flourish that are more difficult to deal with. Diabetes and the smell in urine For people with diabetes and a blood glucose level that is too high, the kidneys pass excess sugar out through the urine. Sometimes, that malodourous stream serves as a warning sign of an underlying health issue that deserves attention, says Dr. If you detect a hint of ammonia in your urine, it could be a sign of a urinary tract infection.
The odor suggests that bacteria may be swimming around in your urinary system, most likely in your urethra, kidneys or bladder. Urine showing signs of a UTI also may be cloudy or even a bit bloody. Peeing may also become painful — a symptom made even worse by the fact that you may feel the need to urinate more often. A fever and mental confusion are other tell-tale accompanying signs. UTIs are pretty common, sending approximately 10 million Americans to the doctor every year for antibiotic treatment, says Dr.
Women and older adults are more prone to getting the infection. Now an ammonia-like odor also can be linked to dehydration and certain foods and vitamins, as mentioned previously. If it lingers, though, get checked by a medical professional. Pee with a sugary or fruity fragrance can serve as a warning sign of diabetes or hyperglycemia high blood sugar , says Dr. The sweet smell comes from your body unloading excess glucose, or sugars.
In children, particularly newborns, sweet-smelling tinkle might indicate maple syrup urine disease.
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