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Why does my elderly mom's urine smell so bad?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common infections in older adults. If you're wondering, "Why does my elderly mom's urine smell so bad?", the answer can range from simple dehydration to more serious health concerns that require medical attention.

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Why does an older person's urine smell so bad? A look at biology and genetics

By age 70, kidney function often declines by as much as 50 percent, directly impacting urine composition. Understanding this, many people ask, "Why does an older person's urine smell so bad?" The answer is a complex intersection of biological changes and genetic predispositions that intensify with age.

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