Living With Trimethylaminuria Or TMAU
Trimethylaminuria (TMAU) also known as fish odor syndrome or fish malodor syndrome, is a genetic condition that affects the production of the enzyme Flavin (FMO3). When FMO3 is not working, the body has trouble breaking down Trimethylamine, a product of the decomposition of plant and animal matter. Trimethylamine is ingested as part of the diet,…