Hematospermia
Hematospermia
Hematospermia (pronounced: he-ma-to-sper-mia) is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in semen. The term is derived from the Greek words "haima" meaning blood, and "sperma" meaning seed.
Definition
Hematospermia is a symptom rather than a disease itself. It is defined as the presence of fresh or altered blood in the ejaculate. This condition can be alarming for patients, but it is usually benign and self-limiting.
Causes
The causes of hematospermia can be categorized into local and systemic causes. Local causes include prostate biopsy, vasectomy, prostatitis, urethritis, epididymitis, and seminal vesicle abnormalities. Systemic causes include hypertension, coagulopathy, and leukemia.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of hematospermia involves a detailed medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. The tests may include urinalysis, semen analysis, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment of hematospermia depends on the underlying cause. If a specific cause is identified, treatment is directed towards it. If no cause is found, the condition is usually self-limiting and no treatment is required. In some cases, antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs may be prescribed.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hematospermia
- Wikipedia's article - Hematospermia
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