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Hematospermia Definition
Common names:
  • Blood in the Semen
  • Bloody Ejaculation
  • Bloody Semen
  • Hematospermia
  • Semen is Bloody
What is hematospermia?
A male with hematospermia has blood in the semen. Hematospermia is uncommon, but may occur at any age after puberty. Most cases of hematospermia resolve without treatment and an underlying cause is not found. Possible causes of hematospermia include a bladder infection, prostatitis, epididymitis, and prostate cancer. Images

What are the symptoms of hematospermia?
Symptoms of hematospermia include pink, bright red, dark red, or brown color to the semen.

How does the doctor treat hematospermia?
Most cases of hematospermia resolve without treatment. Treatment is based on the underlying cause.

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Last Updated: Mar 31, 2009  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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