Re: Blood in semen

Posted By HFHS M.D.-CK on December 15, 1998 at 11:08:54:

In Reply to: Blood in semen posted by Joe  on December 06, 1998 at 07:34:22:






I am a 64 year old male.  Six months ago I had a prostrate biopsy
becuse of an enlarged prostrate.  The resluts were negative. For a
brief period after the biopsy I had blood in my semen whcih ended after
about two weeks.  Just recently (two days ago) I noted blood in my semen
each day.
Please advise.



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Dear Joe,
Blood in the semen is referred to as hematospermia.  This is very common after prostate biopsy, and is usually self- limited.  Usually it resolves within a few weeks of a biopsy.  
Since it has been 6 months since your biopsy, we would recommend the routine evaluation for hematospermia.  This involves a physician taking your history, a physical examination including rectal exam, a PSA (prostate specific antigen) blood test, and a urinalysis.  If these tests are all normal, you can be reassured.  Hematospermia usually resolves spontaneously, but often recurs.  If infection is thought to be a cause antibiotics can be given.  Remember that aspirin containing medicines increase the risk of bleeding.
More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its satellites (1 800 653 6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is
your need. Please bring any physicians notes and lab test results that
you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only.  Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
Sincerely;
HFHS M.D.-CK
*Keyword: prostate biopsy, hematospermia