Blood in semen

My husband (31 years old) has experienced many episodes of blood in his semen for many years.  Some episodes last for a few days, some last for weeks.  He has been to see a Urologist, who has performed a cystoscopy, and ensured him that there is nothing wrong.

On his medical notes, it is noted that he has a 'mildy boggy prostate' - what does this mean ?

My main concern is that we have been trying to get pregnant for 6 months now without success and I'm wondering whether or not this blood in the semen will be an inhibiting factor ?

[Kevin Pho, MD]

Blood in the semen can be caused by infection or a prostate disease (i.e. infection, inflammation, or cancer).  Many causes of blood in the semen are benign.  

The cystoscopy is a pretty comprehensive test of the lower GI tract.  Things like bladder cancer can be safely eliminated in the face of a normal test.

You may want to consider a transrectal ultrasound to image the prostate.  A mildly boggy prostate is a description of the prostate and can be associated with prostatitis.

You can discuss these options with your personal physician or urologist.

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.
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