Often the reason for the strong smell of urine in men is the specific food consumed the day before - asparagus, spices, some other vegetables or alcohol. Dehydration can also play a role. In such cases, there is no need to worry about the changes that have occurred.
However, sometimes a change in the color and smell of urine indicates serious pathologies occurring in the body. Which ones? This is what we will talk about now.
Smell of ammonia
The color of urine in men, like its aroma, can change in different ways. Very often, young people notice that she began to give away ammonia.
This comes from the breakdown of amino acids. These compounds, being exposed to liver enzymes, are converted into urea, after which they are excreted from the body along with urine. If an excessively large amount of decay products accumulate in it, then the urine begins to smell specifically.
Most often these violations are caused by one of the following reasons:
- Excess protein food.
- Shortageliquid.
- High intake of calcium and iron supplements.
After eliminating these factors, the unpleasant aroma also disappears.
Smell of fish
It is caused by a very rare hereditary disease - trimethylaminuria.
Why does urine smell like fish, what causes it? The fact that trimethylamine accumulates in excess in the body of a man. This is provoked by a rare genetic disease, namely the FMO3 mutation.
Because this pathology is manifested by a gene defect, it cannot be cured. However, it is possible to mitigate the symptoms that appear. First, it is necessary to abandon the use of dietary precursors of trimethylamine. Secondly, measures must be taken to suppress the intestinal flora, which affects the development of trimethylaminuria. Two effective methods are known:
- Take "Chlorophyllin" or activated charcoal daily.
- Drink small amounts of Metronidazole and Neomycin.
These measures can improve the quality of life of a man with trimethylaminuria.
Smell of engine oil
He is also noticed by some young people. If the strong smell of urine in men during urination resembles engine oil, most likely the patient suffers from phenylketonuria and disorders in the metabolism of phenylalanine associated with it.
This is also a hereditary disease, withwhich is very important to follow a diet low in protein. If the patient ignores this recommendation, then toxic products of phenylalanine and the substance itself will accumulate in his body. And this is fraught with severe lesions of the central nervous system.
Timely diagnosis allows you to quickly start treatment, which is very effective. Its basis is a strict diet, which implies the exclusion of all dairy, fish and meat products, as well as any products containing animal and partly vegetable protein. The deficiency of this substance is allowed to be replenished with amino acid mixtures.
Smell of rotten eggs
The reason for this "aroma" is an excess of sulfur in the body. It accumulates due to the active use of spicy dishes, cabbage and asparagus. Sulfine, due to which the body excretes urine with the smell of rotten eggs, is an organic monoatomic radical R3S'IV, which should not be in excess. So leaning on products that contain it is not recommended.
However, a similar aroma may arise for another reason. Namely, because of inflammation of the kidneys. Symptoms in men can be listed as follows:
- There are blood impurities in the urine.
- Swelling occurs on the face.
- Due to a sharp increase in blood pressure, dizziness and frequent headaches appear.
- There is severe discomfort in the lower back.
- Body temperature rises.
- There are symptoms of intoxication.
- Potency is broken.
Thisjust general symptoms. Inflammation of the kidneys in men can manifest itself in different ways. It all depends on what kind of disease this pathology manifests itself - radiation nephritis, glomerulonephritis, pyelonephritis, etc. You can find out the specific cause by contacting a nephrologist.
Smell of acetone
This is a very disturbing symptom. Because usually the cause of a strong smell of urine in men, which gives off acetone, is diabetes mellitus. Other main symptoms include:
- Frequent urination.
- Thirst and dry mouth.
- Sharp weight loss.
- Increased appetite and real bouts of wild hunger.
- Erectile dysfunction, manifested by a decrease in sexual desire and potency.
- Pain in limbs.
- Deterioration of vision.
- Inflammation of the foreskin.
- Itching in the anus, groin and on the skin.
- Wounds that do not heal for a long time.
When even two or three of these symptoms appear, you should consult a doctor. If the diagnosis confirms the suspicions, then the person will be prescribed a strict diet, constant insulin therapy and physical activity.
By the way, in men, the strong smell of urine with hints of acetone can also indicate the development of stomach cancer.
If a person is struck by a malignant tumor, then, in addition to the aroma, he will also experience a deterioration in appetite, dyspepsia, asthenia, anemia, rapid weight loss, rapid saturation with a small amount of food, and an aversion to meat products.
In the later stages of development, vomiting, pain in the epigastrium, as well as bleeding during ulceration and further decay of the tumor.
Smell of cat urine
And this can happen. The reason for the strong smell of urine in men, reminiscent of a cat, lies in beta-methylcrotonylglycinuria. This is a metabolic disorder in which genetic changes affect either the structure of the protein molecules of the enzyme, or a decrease in their ability to bind a cofactor.
In simple terms, the metabolism is greatly disturbed. That's what the smell of urine says in this case.
Treatment involves the introduction of biotin into the body at 10 mg / day. This remedy is able to stop rashes, ketosis and acidosis.
By the way, in addition to an unpleasant smell, a man can also be bothered by vomiting, diarrhea and fatigue.
Smell of maple syrup
And this aroma may well acquire urine. It occurs as a result of a violation of the synthesis of amino acids. In the event that the body does not absorb leucine, isoleucine and valine, changes begin to occur in it, which later manifest itself in many symptoms, including the specific smell of urine.
If you do not normalize the balance of amino acids, there will be serious consequences. They can be identified in the following list:
- Hypertension and thyroid disorders.
- Diseases of the joints.
- Aortic aneurysm.
- Early gray hair.
- Increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Hair loss.
- Anemia.
- Deterioration of skin condition.
- Drowsiness and weakness.
In fact, the metabolism is a very complex mechanism, and if a man feels a strange, unusual smell of urine, then you need to urgently consult a doctor in order to identify what the problem is and start treatment.
Putty smell
He may well indicate the development of prostatitis. This is a very common pathology, which is faced by almost every fifth man who reaches the age of 50-60.
The cause of this disease is a sedentary or inactive lifestyle, impaired sexual activity, hypothermia, sexually transmitted diseases, trauma to organs or tissues of the small pelvis, weak immunity and unbalanced nutrition.
In addition to the bad smell, the following symptoms are observed:
- Difficult, intermittent urination.
- Irregular erection.
- Appearance of burning in the perineum and urethra.
- Stretching highlights.
- Fever.
- The appearance of floating fibers in the urine.
- Mental depression and anxiety.
- Fatigue.
Diagnosis includes a general analysis of urine and blood, examination of prostate secretion, cytological examination, ultrasound of the pelvic organs and prostate, CT and MRI, as well as a smear from the urethra for microflora.
As in any other case, treatment is prescribed on an individual basis. The doctor prescribes certain antibacterial drugs,anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as medicines that can relieve spasms of the urethra and improve blood circulation.
Prostate massage and physiotherapy are additionally indicated.
Sharp smell of unknown origin
It may indicate the presence of urolithiasis. It could be cystolithiasis, ureterolithiasis, or nephrolithiasis.
It should be noted that this pathology occurs three times more often in men than in women. But the clinical manifestations are identical.
The severity of symptoms depends on the size of the stones and where they are located.
But the main symptom is pain. It can be paroxysmal or persistent, acute or aching. And in the urine under these conditions, stones, blood or sand often appear.
It is very important to contact a nephrologist in time. To make a diagnosis, a general urinalysis and a biochemical blood test are prescribed. Also shown is ultrasound of the kidneys and bladder, excretory urography.
Treatment is specific, if the stones are small, then intensive care is prescribed on an outpatient basis. In other cases, surgical removal of these neoplasms is indicated with further normalization of metabolic processes.
Diagnosis
Initially, you need to see a therapist. He will prescribe several tests after the initial examination - of course, you will also need to pass urine. From this biomaterial, you can learn a lot about the state of human he alth, draw conclusions about the state of the kidneys andurinary tract, and even about the composition of the blood.
Laboratory specialists take into account everything - transparency, foaminess, density, any other visual characteristics, the presence of sediments and impurities, as well as the specifics of the composition and biochemical features.
Besides this, other specific studies are scheduled. Which one depends on the potential diagnosis. If inflammation of the kidneys is expected, the doctor will prescribe an ultrasound scan, Nechiporenko and Zimnitsky tests, CT, X-ray, biopsy.
In general, starting with general tests, you can quickly narrow the circle based on their results and find out the exact cause of strong smelling urine in men.
Prevention
In order for a man not to be disturbed by disturbing manifestations, it is recommended to go to a urological examination regularly.
It is also very important to avoid hypothermia and casual unprotected relationships, and also strengthen your body in every possible way and eat well.
