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Fish Odor Syndrome

Science Buzz A rare metabolic syndrome that causes a malodorous dead fish smell to be released through breath, sweat, and urine. Maybe if you really liked sushi, it wouldn’t be that big of a deal.

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  • Fish Odor Syndrome was the former name for this metabolic condition. It is officially called Trimethylaminuria or TMAU. Nice site and well done. Thanks from a man with this disorder.

    N M about 11 weeks ago
  • Online support group for Trimethylaminuria or Tmau is at:
    http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Trimethylaminuria/

    N M about 11 weeks ago

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