Question:
Urine. Has anyone else noticed a very strong odor in their panties? (Sorry to be so gross.)

I am 3 months postop and continue to have an odor that I only notice when I am going to the bathroom. It is rather like a very strong urine smell, and yet is a bit different. I would be embarrassed if I were married or had a boyfriend and they smelled it. If you have heard of this could you please email me and let me know the reasons, and cures? Thanks for your help.    — [Anonymous] (posted on September 21, 2000)

September 21, 2000
It sounds like you may have very concentrated urine. You could be dehydrated. Are you drinking your 64 ounces everyday? Try increasing your fluids substantially. Another possibility is a vaginal infection? Have you been on any antibiotics? If this is the case you need to see your OB/GYN for the proper treatment. Hope this helps. Sandy RN
   — Sandy 2.

September 21, 2000
Is the urine almost fluorescent yellow? It might be from the vitamins your taking. What the body can't absorb passes through. Makes urine bright yellow and smells like multivitamins. If your really concerned, please check w/ your doctor.
   — Maxine E.

September 21, 2000
I think it's from all the vitamins and the protein that we are consuming.
   — Gayle G.

September 21, 2000
You may possibly have a bladder infection. You can have them even without symptoms.
   — Meli ..

September 21, 2000
If you're consuming mostly protein and vitamins, then you're most likely experiencing ketosis, a strong concentration of ketones in the urine, sweat and breath. Not a big deal, just drink more water to dilute it and wear a mini to deoderize your panties
   — Carrie S.

November 14, 2003
Don't worry! You're burning the blubber!1 (aka "Ketosis!") and in the words of Martha Stewart...."That's a GOOD thing!!" Drink more water, and keep plugging along. We're gonna be gorgeous in the end....Even if we have to smell like a Detroit City bus to get there!!! HA!
   — Cindy B.