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Urology (Expert Forum)
Blood in Semen after operation
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Blood in Semen after operation
by Fiddle, Jan 30, 2007 12:00AM
About two weeks ago I had abdominal surgery and for a few days after the operation, there was a cafiter [sp] inserted into my penis.
Today when I ejaculated [sp], I noticed that it was a bit painful and the color of the semen was a dark red / almost a brown color.
Is this normal after having a cafiter [sp] inserted into one's penis? I also heard it mentioned that they had a problem with getting it in there.
Was some type of damage done? Is it something that will clear up on it's own? Should I mention it to the doctor?
I'd rather not bring it up if I don't have to but if it isn't something that will not clear up on it's own, I'd rather address it sooner than latter.
Today when I ejaculated [sp], I noticed that it was a bit painful and the color of the semen was a dark red / almost a brown color.
Is this normal after having a cafiter [sp] inserted into one's penis? I also heard it mentioned that they had a problem with getting it in there.
Was some type of damage done? Is it something that will clear up on it's own? Should I mention it to the doctor?
I'd rather not bring it up if I don't have to but if it isn't something that will not clear up on it's own, I'd rather address it sooner than latter.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jan 31, 2007 12:00AM
, Jan 31, 2007 12:00AM
It may be possible that the trauma of inserting the catheter may have led to some bleeding. If that is the case, it will heal on its own.
However, I would also evaluate the prostate to exclude any infection or mass. A transrectal ultrasound can be considered, as well as appropriate urine tests.
If the tests remain negative, and the bleeding continues, a cystoscopy can be considered as well.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
However, I would also evaluate the prostate to exclude any infection or mass. A transrectal ultrasound can be considered, as well as appropriate urine tests.
If the tests remain negative, and the bleeding continues, a cystoscopy can be considered as well.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
