Diabetes type 2 symptoms: The odour of your pee is a sign of high blood sugar
Sweet-smelling urine can be a sign of type 2 diabetes, confirmed the NHS. However, there are other possible reasons why pee could be more smelly than usual – what are they? Smelly pee could be linked to the foods and drinks you’ve been consuming lately. For instance, coffee, asparagus and garlic are known to make urine smell more strongly.
It could also be a sign of dehydration, especially if the colour is a dark yellow – this can be remedied by drinking more water.
Vitamin B6 supplements have also been linked to more smelly urine, as well as other medications.
“Smelly pee on its own is not usually a cause for concern,” said the NHS, but there are times when it warrants medical attention.
For example, if you have smelly pee and:
- There’s blood in your pee;
- you have lower tummy pain;
- you have pain in your back, under the ribs;
- you feel tired and unwell;
- you feel confused or agitated;
- your temperature is very high, or you feel hot and shivery;
- your temperature is very low;
then the NHS advise you to call 111 or to request a doctor’s appointment.
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