Trimethylaminuria, or fish odor syndrome, is a metabolic disorder caused by mutations in the FMO3 gene, impairing the breakdown of trimethylamine. This leads to a distinct, foul fishy odor in bodily secretions like urine, sweat, and breath. Symptoms can be socially distressing and exacerbated by certain dietary components rich in choline, nitrogen, and sulfur.
Trimethylaminuria (Fish Odor Syndrome)
Trimethylaminuria (TMAU) or fish odor syndrome is a rare but reversible metabolic disorder. Read the article to know more.
