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Urology (Expert Forum)
red tinted sperm
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.
red tinted sperm
by jkinn, Nov 21, 2006 12:00AM
Withing the last 24 hrs I have noticed a redish tint to my sperm, almost like there was blood in it. any explaination?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Nov 22, 2006 12:00AM
, Nov 22, 2006 12:00AM
Blood in the semen (hematospermia) can be caused by a variety of diseases. This can include infection, or prostate disease.
Obtaining a urinalysis and swabs for STD cultures can be considered.
It is also advised to evaluate the prostate with a digital rectal exam and transrectal ultrasound.
If these tests are negative, there is a large proportion of cases that are benign.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician, or in consultation with a 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.
kevinmd_
Obtaining a urinalysis and swabs for STD cultures can be considered.
It is also advised to evaluate the prostate with a digital rectal exam and transrectal ultrasound.
If these tests are negative, there is a large proportion of cases that are benign.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician, or in consultation with a 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.
kevinmd_
