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For the last several months, i have noticed a strong fishy odor when i pee. i haven't been sexually active in about 5 years. i am a 41yr old female?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Drink more water: 6-8 cups of water a day is recommended. Urine should be a pale lemon yellow. If odor is still a problem, some basic blood and urine tests should be done.

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Answered 12/5/2015

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A member asked:

For the last several months, i have noticed a strong fishy odor when i pee. i haven't been sexually active in about 5 years. i am a 41yr old female?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

Dr Singh agreed

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