Should I Be Concerned About Traces Of Blood In Semen?

Posted on Mon, 14 May 2018

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Question : Trace amount of blood in semen. Should I be concerned?

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
possible prostate infection.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I have read your query thoroughly.

* Trace of blood in semen is not normal, usually it indicates prostate infection.

Kindly give further details so that I can answer your query completely.

1. Duration of current issue.
2. Frequency of blood in semen.
3. Associated fever, burning urination or others.

Awaiting for your response.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (25 minutes later)

Duration of current issue - 2-4 weeks
Frequency of blood in semen - Just in the last 2-4 weeks
Associated Symptoms - No fever, no burning urination. I feel fine.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (57 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
follow up .

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for the details.

* As per the symptoms evaluation, this seems minor prostate infection.

Guidelines at present

- Drink more liquids as possible.
- Cranberry XXXXXXX once daily in a glass of drinking water and citrus fruits with
vitamin C help great.
- Keep blood sugar under control.
- Keep ambulatory and do regular exercises.

Follow up after 3 days or early as per the requirement.
Wish you fine health.

Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T