ammonia smelling sweat kidney

I was taking Nature Throid but discontinued because of a weird side effect- strong ammonia-smelling sweat while exercising. Has anyone heard of that before? I was concerned about my kidneys... And had to wash exercise clothes several time to get rid of the smell. What would cause this?

5 and 275 pounds. His sweat has began smelling like STRONG ammonia. It is sickening to me. I read where this could be a problem with the liver. Should he talk to the doctor about having a liver test. Is this drug broken down through the liver?

I was so hoping there was an answer here. I started smelling the same thing a couple of weeks ago. I eat very healthy too, don't drink, don't smoke and I'm the only one who smells it. I even smelled ME to make sure it wasn't my sweat or something else I've heard other complain of. It's not, but I cannot get that ammonia smell out of my nose. If we can't figure out WHAT it is, has anyone figured out how to mask it or something?

I notice this ammonia smell with my sweat.Now I always sweat heavy when I work out. But this ammonia smell new. Other than this smell aim fine losing some weight.

Bacteria that contaminate the urine will convert chemicals in the urine into smelling chemicals that are responsible for the distinctive smell, such as ammonia. You can give his urine sample for testing. With a kidney stone chances of infection are high. Some foods like proteins cause the excretion of nitrogen compounds (ammonia and urea). Hence these foods can be reduced in diet. Hope these tips help. If symptoms persist consult an urologist.

but sent it off anyway, and will get back to me, one thing I didnt mention to her was the smell of Ammonia I had started smelling the day before. Its not on my skin, or anything, I do bathe everyday and use soap. But just in my nose. I have been a bit snuffy and hoarse the past few days, as a sick co worker refuses to cover her mouth. , but doc says there is alot of that going around.

Am waiting for an ultrasound to determine whether I have a kidney stone or fibroidsa(due to occasional spotting after intercourse), however the last couple of days the abdominal pain has worsened and I now have an ammonia-like smell in my urine. Could the original thought of kidney stones be the right one?? I can't see where fibroids would affect the smell of my urine. There is no pain with the urination or discolor to the urine. Still have the back pain as well.

m in my late 30s and I have one of those strange foot odors which gives off this nasty, musty,chemically sensation. There is a pungent smelling sweat and all this worsens when my foot is in contact with shoes and with the carpet. My co-workers felt this could be best described as something that was wrapped up with a wet towel and the odor spreads and permeates throughout the room. I've been told by my co-workers that they know this is me.

Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. A routine urine examination along with a urine culture will be able to detect the problem. Drink plenty of fluids and water and see if that helps. Also if you are on crash diets etc then protein breakdown can cause an ammonia smell. Also diet rich in protein can be the cause.

Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. Please discuss this with your doctor. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!

Anyone know if ammonia can be an EARLY symptom of liver disease? If you can smell it in your nose or sweat yourself? If you can have ammonia without mental symptoms? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Thanks so much for your time.

Hey Rita, Your question has come through to the MS community, and not the diabetic community, so ammonia smelling urine may not be something many have experienced. I'd heard of it but couldn't remember much, so I did a simple google search "diabetic urine smells of ammonia", there is a lot that comes up that you might find helpful in understanding it.

Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. With increased frequency of urine UTI, bladder infection and diabetes have to be ruled out. Please discuss this with your doctor. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!

Interestingly urine odor changes in menopause too. Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!

Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. Drink more water during the day and see if this helps. Otherwise discuss this with your doctor and get yourself examined. Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!

I have some bladder discomfort but I just cant get past the urine smelling like tuna. I do have kidney stones and drink tons of water. My urine is a very pale yellow. I dont have the urge to urinate frequently. So Im not sure what it is. Any ideas?

Strong fruity odor is due to uncontrolled diabetes. Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. Give him plenty of water and see if the smell improves. Also talk to your doctor regarding these possibilities. Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!

Urinary bladder infection and kidney infections do produce strong smelling urine. Another reason is dehydration. Strong ammonia smell is due to protein breakdown. I would strongly recommend you to see an urologist. It is difficult to comment beyond this at this stage. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!

Since I caught my fibrosis progression quickly, my urine was still a normal, or even too light color, prior to my current (and first) Tx, but it had started to develope an ammonia smell. Also my sweat consistancy changed, at the same time (about 2 yrs ago). It became more sticky, and no longer felt clean and fresh, like I had always remembered it being. Once I became Undetected, my urine and sweat became normal smelling.

What can cause a ammonia smell in sweat and Colin? the girl had the same smell.

Hello, I too am having some interesting health concerns that I'm currently undergoing consultations with urology. I had a "surprise" kidney infection in May, so bad, I thought I was going to pass... I was vomiting nonstop and a mucus like diarrhea. After a 3 day hospital stay I was feeling better, but confused as to why I had NO symptoms. My CAT Scan reported the presence of Bilalateral Extrarenal Pelvises. I TOO, SUFFER FROM THE AMMONIA SMELL....

What can cause a ammonia smell in sweat and colon? and raw skin lines on each side of the scrotum between the inner thighs and pus bumps.

I have been having this weard acid smell feeling in my nose, it co mes and goes, I have had it for about a month now. It feels as if when you smell ammonia , and your nose kind of feels like is burning inside.... Could this be part of this disautonomia? or maybe gerd? sinus? Does any body else get thiis symptom?

Ammonia smelling sweat kidney

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