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Trimethylaminuria

Trimethylaminuria

Understanding Trimethylaminuria: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Coping Strategies Introduction Trimethylaminuria, also known as fish odor syndrome, is a metabolic disorder characterized by a strong body odor that resembles the smell of rotting fish. This rare condition results from the body’s inability to break down trimethylamine, a chemical compound with a strong, unpleasant odor. Symptoms…