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Urology (Expert Forum)
Gel-like substance in semen
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.
Gel-like substance in semen
by JK__0__0, Jul 14, 1998 12:00AM
I have an apple jelly-like substance that accompanies my semen.
There is no pain nor other symptoms that I can tell.
Has anyone ever heard of this?
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[Editor’s Note: Though this is not one of the topics normally addressed by this forum, one of our staff prepared an excellent answer worth posting.]
Dear mcg,
Your urethra and urinary tract secretes a lubricating substance from the glands of Littre’ that may be what you are describing but this is usually a clear fluid. If you have not had any unprotected sexual encounters or you are not worried about a sexually transmitted then you have little to be concerned about.
My other thought is that the semen has begun to break down and coagulate, this happens in about 15-30 minutes. This may cause the semen to gel.
I would see your family doctor for an evaluation if you are still concerned.
This information is provided for general medical educational purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition. More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its satellites (1 800 653-6568).
Sincerely,
HFHS M.D.-AK
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