Coupling is both a sensual and sensory experience, so it’s not unusual for a man to want to make sure nothing about him is offensive to a partner’s senses. Unfortunately, in all too many cases, a man is prone to carrying a certain level of male organ odor around with him. When that odor level is high, it can be a significant turn-off to bedmates. In most cases, paying proper attention to basic male organ health and hygiene can prevent or treat off-putting male organ odor. But there are some instances in which more extensive steps may need to be taken. Such is the case when that male organ odor is due to a condition known as TMAU.

About TMAU

TMAU is short for trimethylaminuria, a metabolic disorder often called “fish odor syndrome” or “fish malodor syndrome.” While TMAU is much more often found in women, it can occur in men.

It’s actually surprising that TMAU is more common in women, for the disorder is a genetic condition and the likelihood of a man inheriting it is as equal as it is for a woman. In both cases, if both of a person’s parents carry the gene, there is a 25% chance that a child will have TMAU. It’s theorized that the reason more women seem to have TMAU is because something exacerbates the TMAU to make it more pronounced. Many theories believe it is the higher levels of estrogen in women that “worsens” the condition. Similarly, it’s thought that perhaps men with symptomatic TMAU have both the genes and higher levels of estrogen than the general male population has.

How it works

Whatever the reason for the variation between genders, TMAU works in the same way. Trimethylamine is an organic compound used in food digestion, during which it is converted into trimethylamine oxide. When this conversion does not occur, trimethylamine hangs out in the body until it is disposed of through sweat, breath and urine. When unconverted, trimethylamine has a very strong fishy odor, which becomes pronounced when it leaves the body.

In men, this can create a strong body odor, and an especially strong male organ odor, due to the heavy sweating common in the male member area as well as to deposits of urine which remain on the member after urination.

TMAU is entirely benign, but the intense odor associated with it can cause many men to feel embarrassed or nervous. Men who suspect their male organ odor (or other body odor) may be due to TMAU should ask their doctor for what is called a “choline load” test.

TMAU does not have a cure, but many men find that dietary changes can help reduce the odor. This involves avoiding foods such as eggs, beans, fish, and red meat which are associated with TMAU. (Working with a nutritionist is advised if this route is taken.)

Some men have found antibiotics somewhat helpful in fighting TMAU, and at least one study found that incorporating charcoal and copper chlorophyllin supplements produced positive results for many participants.

Male organ odor caused by TMAU may also lessen if other sources of manhood odor are attacked, and using an exceptional member health crème (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin) may help with this. The best crème will therefore be one with vitamin A, with anti-bacterial properties which attack one of the primary sources of everyday persistent male organ odor. The more resilient the manhood skin, the better able it will be to resist odor as well. For that reason, the crème should also include alpha lipoic acid, an antioxidant that fights the free radicals that can lead to unwanted oxidative stress.

Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common manhood health issues, tips on improving male organ sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy member. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.