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A member asked:

What can i do if my urine have a very foul odor and is light a dark yellow could it be an infection?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: You may have an infection, please seek medical evaluation. Urine should not stink.

Answered 5/29/2013

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