Kidney, Bladder and Liver Conditions that Can Cause Smelly Urine
Bladder Cancer

In some rare instances, a foul odor in urine can be caused by bladder cancer.

Bladder cancer is a relatively rare condition. The symptom most commonly associated with bladder cancer is blood in the urine. The majority of people with bladder cancer have blood or blood clots in their urine.
Fistula
A fistula is an abnormal connection between two organs that are not usually connected. A fistula between the bladder and the vagina or the colon could cause your urine to smell bad. The fistula would allow bacteria into the bladder that is normally not present. This can make your urine smell bad.
Liver Failure
Liver failure occurs when the liver becomes unable to function. It can be the result of years of deterioration, or it can have a sudden onset, depending on the cause.
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are known for being extremely painful. Typically the pain radiates from the flank to the groin or to the genitals and inner thigh area...
Renal Glycosuria
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Renal glycosuria is a very rare genetic disease, and it’s estimated to only affect 0.16-6.3% of the total population. The condition is harmless, however it can still cause stinky urine...
Vesicoureteral Reflux
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