Krwawienie w nasieniu – Rokowania, prognozy i postęp choroby

Krwawienie w nasieniu
Rokowania, prognozy i postęp choroby

Hematospermia, definiowana jako obecność krwi w ejakulacie, zazwyczaj ma łagodny i samoograniczający się przebieg, ustępując samoistnie w ciągu kilku dni lub tygodni. W około 75% przypadków z wykrytą przyczyną podstawową leczenie prowadzi do ustąpienia objawów, natomiast w przypadkach o nieznanej etiologii samoistne ustąpienie obserwuje się u 88,9% pacjentów. Czynniki prognostyczne obejmują wysokie pH moczu (7,0-9,0) oraz nieprawidłowości w badaniach obrazowych prostaty, które predysponują do przedłużonego przebiegu choroby, zwłaszcza gdy występują łącznie. Najczęstsze przyczyny to zapalenia dróg moczowo-płciowych (około 20%), kamienie prostaty lub pęcherzyków nasiennych oraz łagodne zapalenia, które zwykle ustępują bez leczenia. Nowotwory złośliwe są rzadkie i dotyczą głównie mężczyzn powyżej 40 roku życia, a ich rokowanie zależy od stadium i typu nowotworu.

Krwawienie w nasieniu (Hematospermia) – Rokowanie

Ogólne rokowanie
Czynniki wpływające na rokowanie
Rokowanie w zależności od przyczyny
Wskaźniki alarmowe wpływające na rokowanie
Wpływ na płodność
Znaczenie badań przesiewowych w rokowaniu
Postępowanie i jego wpływ na rokowanie
Zalecenia dotyczące obserwacji
Podsumowanie rokowania
Kolejne rozdziały

Krwawienie w nasieniu (Hematospermia) – Rokowanie

Krwawienie w nasieniu (hematospermia) to obecność krwi w męskim ejakulacie. W większości przypadków rokowanie jest pomyślne, a schorzenie to zazwyczaj nie stanowi poważnego problemu zdrowotnego i ustępuje samoistnie bez konieczności leczenia.¹²³

Ogólne rokowanie

Hematospermia jest zazwyczaj schorzeniem samoograniczającym się i ma łagodny charakter. W większości przypadków ustępuje bez interwencji medycznej w ciągu kilku dni lub tygodni.⁴⁵ Badania kliniczne wykazały, że u pacjentów z wykrywalną przyczyną podstawową, odpowiednie leczenie prowadzi do ustąpienia objawów w około 75% przypadków.⁶ Natomiast w przypadkach o nieznanej etiologii, samoistne ustąpienie objawów zaobserwowano u aż 88,9% pacjentów.⁷

Czynniki wpływające na rokowanie

Istnieją określone czynniki, które mogą wpływać na czas trwania hematospermii i ogólne rokowanie:

Wysokie pH moczu (7,0-9,0) – jest niezależnym predyktorem dłuższego utrzymywania się krwawienia w nasieniu⁸
Nieprawidłowości w badaniach obrazowych prostaty – mogą wskazywać na dłuższy przebieg choroby⁹
Współwystępowanie obu powyższych czynników – szczególnie zwiększa prawdopodobieństwo przedłużonej hematospermii trwającej ponad 6 miesięcy¹⁰

Rokowanie w zależności od przyczyny

Rokowanie w przypadku hematospermii zależy głównie od jej przyczyny:¹¹

Zapalenie dróg moczowo-płciowych – odpowiada za około 20% przypadków i zwykle dobrze reaguje na leczenie przyczynowe¹²
Kamienie prostaty/pęcherzyków nasiennych – po usunięciu przyczyny rokowanie jest dobre¹³
Łagodne zapalenie prostaty, cewki moczowej lub pęcherzyków nasiennych – zwykle ustępuje samoistnie bez specyficznego leczenia¹⁴
Nowotwory złośliwe – występują rzadko, głównie u mężczyzn powyżej 40 roku życia, a rokowanie zależy od stadium i typu nowotworu¹⁵¹⁶

Wskaźniki alarmowe wpływające na rokowanie

Pewne objawy mogą wskazywać na poważniejszą przyczynę hematospermii i wymagać pilnej konsultacji specjalistycznej:¹⁷

Krwawienie w nasieniu utrzymujące się dłużej niż 3-4 tygodnie
Nawracające epizody krwawienia w nasieniu
Współwystępowanie innych objawów, takich jak ból podczas oddawania moczu lub bolesny wytrysk
Obecność czynników ryzyka, takich jak nowotwór w wywiadzie, zaburzenia krzepnięcia, lub ryzykowne zachowania seksualne
Mnogie epizody krwawienia w nasieniu z towarzyszącymi bolesnymi objawami wydalniczymi lub moczowymi¹⁸

Wpływ na płodność

Ważnym aspektem rokowania jest potencjalny wpływ hematospermii na płodność pacjenta. Badania wskazują, że większość przyczyn krwawienia w nasieniu nie ma wpływu na płodność męską.¹⁹ Wyjątkiem mogą być rzadkie przypadki nowotworu jąder, które potencjalnie mogą zaburzać funkcje reprodukcyjne.²⁰

Znaczenie badań przesiewowych w rokowaniu

W badaniach przesiewowych w kierunku raka prostaty u starszych mężczyzn, poziom PSA był podwyższony u 22% mężczyzn z hematospermią w porównaniu do 16% mężczyzn bez tego objawu.²¹ Dane te sugerują, że hematospermia może być czasami związana z podwyższonym ryzykiem raka prostaty, co podkreśla znaczenie oceny PSA u pacjentów z tym objawem, szczególnie u mężczyzn powyżej 40 roku życia.²²

Postępowanie i jego wpływ na rokowanie

Właściwe postępowanie ma istotny wpływ na rokowanie w przypadku hematospermii:²³²⁴

Początkowa ocena kliniczna koncentrująca się na znanych etiologiach, w tym badanie per rectum i poziom PSA w surowicy, jest wystarczająca do identyfikacji większości udowodnionych przyczyn hematospermii
W wybranych przypadkach może być wymagana analiza mikrobiologiczna nasienia, w tym posiewy
Leczenie zidentyfikowanej przyczyny podstawowej prowadzi do ustąpienia objawów w większości przypadków
Pacjenci z negatywnymi wynikami badań mogą być uspokojeni i nie wymagają rutynowej kontroli urologicznej

Zalecenia dotyczące obserwacji

W przypadku braku wykrycia konkretnej przyczyny hematospermii, zaleca się:²⁵

Uważne monitorowanie objawów
Zgłaszanie dalszego krwawienia lekarzowi pierwszego kontaktu
Kontakt z lekarzem, jeśli krwawienie utrzymuje się dłużej niż kilka tygodni²⁶

Odpowiednie zapewnienie pacjenta o łagodnym charakterze schorzenia jest konieczne, ponieważ objaw ten może być związany ze znacznym lękiem i niepokojem.²⁷ Nawet jeśli większość przyczyn krwawienia w nasieniu nie jest poważna i ustępuje bez leczenia, lekarz powinien zawsze określić przyczynę tego objawu.²⁸

Podsumowanie rokowania

Hematospermia ma generalnie dobre rokowanie, gdyż:²⁹³⁰³¹

Zwykle jest schorzeniem samoograniczającym się
Większość przypadków ustępuje samoistnie bez leczenia
Poważne powikłania występują rzadko, głównie gdy przyczyną jest infekcja przenoszona drogą płciową lub inne poważne schorzenie
Nowotwory jako przyczyna hematospermii są rzadkie
W przypadku potwierdzenia konkretnej przyczyny, jej leczenie prowadzi do ustąpienia objawów w około 75% przypadków

Mimo łagodnego charakteru schorzenia, zawsze zaleca się konsultację lekarską w celu wykluczenia potencjalnie poważnych przyczyn, szczególnie u pacjentów z czynnikami ryzyka lub utrzymującymi się objawami.³²³³

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Materiały źródłowe

#1 Blood In Semen (Hematospermia): Causes & Treatment
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/blood-in-semen-hematospermia
Blood in semen usually isnt a symptom of a serious health problem. […] But serious and/or permanent complications can develop if an STI or another condition causes blood in your semen. […] Hematospermia is usually not a serious problem. […] Even though most causes of blood in semen arent serious and go away without treatment, a provider should still determine its cause.
#2
https://www.baus.org.uk/patients/conditions/1/blood_in_the_semen_haematospermia/
If you see blood in your semen, you should contact your GP for further advice although it is unlikely that there is a worrying underlying cause. […] Most patients with blood in the semen have low-grade prostate, urethral or seminal vesicle inflammation which requires no specific treatment and usually resolves spontaneously. […] It is very unusual for men with blood in the semen to require urological referral. […] If an abnormality requiring further treatment is detected, the medical staff will advise you on what treatment is necessary. If no specific abnormality is found, you should keep a careful eye on your symptoms and report any further bleeding to your GP who will be informed of the result of your assessment.
#3 Blood in semen (haematospermia): causes and treatment | healthdirect
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blood-in-semen
Blood in semen is also known as haematospermia. […] It is most common before the age of 40 years, and is usually not serious. […] Blood in semen can be a sign of infection or rarely, prostate cancer. […] It usually goes away on its own without the need for treatment. […] You should see your doctor if you notice any blood in your semen, especially if you have any risk factors. […] Seeing your doctor is the best place to start. They can refer you to a urologist if necessary. […] The treatment for blood in semen depends on the underlying cause. Blood in semen often has no obvious cause, and no treatment is needed. […] A common worry about blood in the semen is whether it will affect your fertility. Rest assured that most causes of blood in semen will have no effect on fertility. […] A rare cause that may affect fertility is cancer of the testicles.
#4 Blood in semen
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/blood-in-semen/
Blood in semen is not usually caused by something serious, but you should get it checked by a GP just in case. […] But it’s important to get it checked to make sure it’s nothing serious. […] Rarely, blood in semen can be a sign of cancer, such as prostate cancer. […] A GP can check for common causes and refer you to a specialist for more tests if needed. […] Blood in semen does not usually need to be treated. It often goes away by itself in a few days or weeks.
#5 Hematospermia: Practice Essentials, Background, Anatomy and Physiology
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/457632-overview
Hematospermia is usually self-limited; however, when hematospermia is an indicator of underlying urologic disease, the prognosis depends on the underlying disease. […] A Japanese study of 198 patients with hematospermia found that a high urinary pH (7.0-9.0) or any abnormal finding on imaging studies of the prostate were independent predictors of longer duration of hematospermia. Patients with both of those factors were especially likely to have prolonged hematospermia; they constituted a significantly higher proportion of the group whose hematospermia persisted for more than 6 months, compared with the group with a duration of less than 2 months.
#6 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Hematospermia is generally a benign symptom. Urogenital infections/inflammation and prostatic/seminal vesicular calculi are commonly found etiologies. Malignancies are rare and occurred mainly in men over 40 years of age. Clinical assessment focusing on known etiologies including a DRE and serum PSA level are sufficient to identify most proven causes of hematospermia. […] Definitive treatment of the underlying etiology resolved the symptoms in 260/347 (74.9%) while spontaneous resolution occurred in 88.9% (n=168/189) with an unknown etiology. […] In a community based screening study for prostate cancer among older men, the PSA levels were elevated in 30/139 (22%) in men with hematospermia compared to the rest with no hematospermia (n=4180/26126, 16%). […] Following the initial workup, most patients are left with negative findings. Such patients can be reassured and do not require routine urological follow-up. Adequate reassurance is mandatory as the symptom may be associated with significant fear and anxiety.
#7 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Hematospermia is generally a benign symptom. Urogenital infections/inflammation and prostatic/seminal vesicular calculi are commonly found etiologies. Malignancies are rare and occurred mainly in men over 40 years of age. Clinical assessment focusing on known etiologies including a DRE and serum PSA level are sufficient to identify most proven causes of hematospermia. […] Definitive treatment of the underlying etiology resolved the symptoms in 260/347 (74.9%) while spontaneous resolution occurred in 88.9% (n=168/189) with an unknown etiology. […] In a community based screening study for prostate cancer among older men, the PSA levels were elevated in 30/139 (22%) in men with hematospermia compared to the rest with no hematospermia (n=4180/26126, 16%). […] Following the initial workup, most patients are left with negative findings. Such patients can be reassured and do not require routine urological follow-up. Adequate reassurance is mandatory as the symptom may be associated with significant fear and anxiety.
#8 Hematospermia: Practice Essentials, Background, Anatomy and Physiology
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/457632-overview
Hematospermia is usually self-limited; however, when hematospermia is an indicator of underlying urologic disease, the prognosis depends on the underlying disease. […] A Japanese study of 198 patients with hematospermia found that a high urinary pH (7.0-9.0) or any abnormal finding on imaging studies of the prostate were independent predictors of longer duration of hematospermia. Patients with both of those factors were especially likely to have prolonged hematospermia; they constituted a significantly higher proportion of the group whose hematospermia persisted for more than 6 months, compared with the group with a duration of less than 2 months.
#9 Hematospermia: Practice Essentials, Background, Anatomy and Physiology
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/457632-overview
Hematospermia is usually self-limited; however, when hematospermia is an indicator of underlying urologic disease, the prognosis depends on the underlying disease. […] A Japanese study of 198 patients with hematospermia found that a high urinary pH (7.0-9.0) or any abnormal finding on imaging studies of the prostate were independent predictors of longer duration of hematospermia. Patients with both of those factors were especially likely to have prolonged hematospermia; they constituted a significantly higher proportion of the group whose hematospermia persisted for more than 6 months, compared with the group with a duration of less than 2 months.
#10 Hematospermia: Practice Essentials, Background, Anatomy and Physiology
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/457632-overview
Hematospermia is usually self-limited; however, when hematospermia is an indicator of underlying urologic disease, the prognosis depends on the underlying disease. […] A Japanese study of 198 patients with hematospermia found that a high urinary pH (7.0-9.0) or any abnormal finding on imaging studies of the prostate were independent predictors of longer duration of hematospermia. Patients with both of those factors were especially likely to have prolonged hematospermia; they constituted a significantly higher proportion of the group whose hematospermia persisted for more than 6 months, compared with the group with a duration of less than 2 months.
#11 Hematospermia: Practice Essentials, Background, Anatomy and Physiology
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/457632-overview
Hematospermia is usually self-limited; however, when hematospermia is an indicator of underlying urologic disease, the prognosis depends on the underlying disease. […] A Japanese study of 198 patients with hematospermia found that a high urinary pH (7.0-9.0) or any abnormal finding on imaging studies of the prostate were independent predictors of longer duration of hematospermia. Patients with both of those factors were especially likely to have prolonged hematospermia; they constituted a significantly higher proportion of the group whose hematospermia persisted for more than 6 months, compared with the group with a duration of less than 2 months.
#12 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Microbiological analysis of semen including cultures may be required in selected patients as infections of the urogenital tract were responsible for approximately 20% of patients. However, only five studies have assessed patients for genito-urinary TB. […] Among patients with a detectable underlying cause, appropriate treatment resolved the symptoms in a majority (75%).
#13 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Hematospermia is generally a benign symptom. Urogenital infections/inflammation and prostatic/seminal vesicular calculi are commonly found etiologies. Malignancies are rare and occurred mainly in men over 40 years of age. Clinical assessment focusing on known etiologies including a DRE and serum PSA level are sufficient to identify most proven causes of hematospermia. […] Definitive treatment of the underlying etiology resolved the symptoms in 260/347 (74.9%) while spontaneous resolution occurred in 88.9% (n=168/189) with an unknown etiology. […] In a community based screening study for prostate cancer among older men, the PSA levels were elevated in 30/139 (22%) in men with hematospermia compared to the rest with no hematospermia (n=4180/26126, 16%). […] Following the initial workup, most patients are left with negative findings. Such patients can be reassured and do not require routine urological follow-up. Adequate reassurance is mandatory as the symptom may be associated with significant fear and anxiety.
#14
https://www.baus.org.uk/patients/conditions/1/blood_in_the_semen_haematospermia/
If you see blood in your semen, you should contact your GP for further advice although it is unlikely that there is a worrying underlying cause. […] Most patients with blood in the semen have low-grade prostate, urethral or seminal vesicle inflammation which requires no specific treatment and usually resolves spontaneously. […] It is very unusual for men with blood in the semen to require urological referral. […] If an abnormality requiring further treatment is detected, the medical staff will advise you on what treatment is necessary. If no specific abnormality is found, you should keep a careful eye on your symptoms and report any further bleeding to your GP who will be informed of the result of your assessment.
#15 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Hematospermia is generally a benign symptom. Urogenital infections/inflammation and prostatic/seminal vesicular calculi are commonly found etiologies. Malignancies are rare and occurred mainly in men over 40 years of age. Clinical assessment focusing on known etiologies including a DRE and serum PSA level are sufficient to identify most proven causes of hematospermia. […] Definitive treatment of the underlying etiology resolved the symptoms in 260/347 (74.9%) while spontaneous resolution occurred in 88.9% (n=168/189) with an unknown etiology. […] In a community based screening study for prostate cancer among older men, the PSA levels were elevated in 30/139 (22%) in men with hematospermia compared to the rest with no hematospermia (n=4180/26126, 16%). […] Following the initial workup, most patients are left with negative findings. Such patients can be reassured and do not require routine urological follow-up. Adequate reassurance is mandatory as the symptom may be associated with significant fear and anxiety.
#16 Blood in semen
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/blood-in-semen/
Blood in semen is not usually caused by something serious, but you should get it checked by a GP just in case. […] But it’s important to get it checked to make sure it’s nothing serious. […] Rarely, blood in semen can be a sign of cancer, such as prostate cancer. […] A GP can check for common causes and refer you to a specialist for more tests if needed. […] Blood in semen does not usually need to be treated. It often goes away by itself in a few days or weeks.
#17 Blood in semen
https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/blood-in-semen/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-20050603
If you see blood in your semen, it’s likely to clear up without treatment. However, it’s a good idea to make an appointment with a healthcare professional. A physical exam and simple blood or urine tests are often all that is necessary to identify or rule out many causes, such as infections. […] If you have certain risk factors and symptoms, you might need more testing to rule out a more serious condition. Call your healthcare professional about blood in semen if you: Have blood in semen that lasts longer than 3 to 4 weeks. Keep seeing blood in semen. Have other symptoms, such as pain while urinating or pain with ejaculation. Have other risk factors such as having a history of cancer, bleeding conditions or having recently had sex that puts you at risk of sexually transmitted infections.
#18 Hematospermia â What Should You Know About It?
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hematospermia-what-should-you-know-james-elist-m-d-f-a-c-s-
Hematospermia refers to appearance of blood in the male ejaculate (or semen). […] Depending upon the etiology and severity of symptoms, your doctor may advise a variety of treatment options. […] However, men with prostate cancer are unlikely to detect the problem unless they go through prostate biopsy. […] If the cause is an underlying medical condition, then management of primary issue often helps in resolving the symptoms, without needing any direct treatment for blood in semen. […] But if you are experiencing multiple episodes of blood in semen accompanied with painful ejaculatory or urinary symptoms, you should consult an expert urologist on emergent basis for optimal management.
#19 Blood in semen (haematospermia): causes and treatment | healthdirect
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blood-in-semen
Blood in semen is also known as haematospermia. […] It is most common before the age of 40 years, and is usually not serious. […] Blood in semen can be a sign of infection or rarely, prostate cancer. […] It usually goes away on its own without the need for treatment. […] You should see your doctor if you notice any blood in your semen, especially if you have any risk factors. […] Seeing your doctor is the best place to start. They can refer you to a urologist if necessary. […] The treatment for blood in semen depends on the underlying cause. Blood in semen often has no obvious cause, and no treatment is needed. […] A common worry about blood in the semen is whether it will affect your fertility. Rest assured that most causes of blood in semen will have no effect on fertility. […] A rare cause that may affect fertility is cancer of the testicles.
#20 Blood in semen (haematospermia): causes and treatment | healthdirect
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blood-in-semen
Blood in semen is also known as haematospermia. […] It is most common before the age of 40 years, and is usually not serious. […] Blood in semen can be a sign of infection or rarely, prostate cancer. […] It usually goes away on its own without the need for treatment. […] You should see your doctor if you notice any blood in your semen, especially if you have any risk factors. […] Seeing your doctor is the best place to start. They can refer you to a urologist if necessary. […] The treatment for blood in semen depends on the underlying cause. Blood in semen often has no obvious cause, and no treatment is needed. […] A common worry about blood in the semen is whether it will affect your fertility. Rest assured that most causes of blood in semen will have no effect on fertility. […] A rare cause that may affect fertility is cancer of the testicles.
#21 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Hematospermia is generally a benign symptom. Urogenital infections/inflammation and prostatic/seminal vesicular calculi are commonly found etiologies. Malignancies are rare and occurred mainly in men over 40 years of age. Clinical assessment focusing on known etiologies including a DRE and serum PSA level are sufficient to identify most proven causes of hematospermia. […] Definitive treatment of the underlying etiology resolved the symptoms in 260/347 (74.9%) while spontaneous resolution occurred in 88.9% (n=168/189) with an unknown etiology. […] In a community based screening study for prostate cancer among older men, the PSA levels were elevated in 30/139 (22%) in men with hematospermia compared to the rest with no hematospermia (n=4180/26126, 16%). […] Following the initial workup, most patients are left with negative findings. Such patients can be reassured and do not require routine urological follow-up. Adequate reassurance is mandatory as the symptom may be associated with significant fear and anxiety.
#22 Hematospermia â What Should You Know About It?
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hematospermia-what-should-you-know-james-elist-m-d-f-a-c-s-
Hematospermia refers to appearance of blood in the male ejaculate (or semen). […] Depending upon the etiology and severity of symptoms, your doctor may advise a variety of treatment options. […] However, men with prostate cancer are unlikely to detect the problem unless they go through prostate biopsy. […] If the cause is an underlying medical condition, then management of primary issue often helps in resolving the symptoms, without needing any direct treatment for blood in semen. […] But if you are experiencing multiple episodes of blood in semen accompanied with painful ejaculatory or urinary symptoms, you should consult an expert urologist on emergent basis for optimal management.
#23
https://www.baus.org.uk/patients/conditions/1/blood_in_the_semen_haematospermia/
If you see blood in your semen, you should contact your GP for further advice although it is unlikely that there is a worrying underlying cause. […] Most patients with blood in the semen have low-grade prostate, urethral or seminal vesicle inflammation which requires no specific treatment and usually resolves spontaneously. […] It is very unusual for men with blood in the semen to require urological referral. […] If an abnormality requiring further treatment is detected, the medical staff will advise you on what treatment is necessary. If no specific abnormality is found, you should keep a careful eye on your symptoms and report any further bleeding to your GP who will be informed of the result of your assessment.
#24 Blood in semen (haematospermia): causes and treatment | healthdirect
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blood-in-semen
Blood in semen is also known as haematospermia. […] It is most common before the age of 40 years, and is usually not serious. […] Blood in semen can be a sign of infection or rarely, prostate cancer. […] It usually goes away on its own without the need for treatment. […] You should see your doctor if you notice any blood in your semen, especially if you have any risk factors. […] Seeing your doctor is the best place to start. They can refer you to a urologist if necessary. […] The treatment for blood in semen depends on the underlying cause. Blood in semen often has no obvious cause, and no treatment is needed. […] A common worry about blood in the semen is whether it will affect your fertility. Rest assured that most causes of blood in semen will have no effect on fertility. […] A rare cause that may affect fertility is cancer of the testicles.
#25
https://www.baus.org.uk/patients/conditions/1/blood_in_the_semen_haematospermia/
If you see blood in your semen, you should contact your GP for further advice although it is unlikely that there is a worrying underlying cause. […] Most patients with blood in the semen have low-grade prostate, urethral or seminal vesicle inflammation which requires no specific treatment and usually resolves spontaneously. […] It is very unusual for men with blood in the semen to require urological referral. […] If an abnormality requiring further treatment is detected, the medical staff will advise you on what treatment is necessary. If no specific abnormality is found, you should keep a careful eye on your symptoms and report any further bleeding to your GP who will be informed of the result of your assessment.
#26 Blood in semen
https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/blood-in-semen/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-20050603
If you see blood in your semen, it’s likely to clear up without treatment. However, it’s a good idea to make an appointment with a healthcare professional. A physical exam and simple blood or urine tests are often all that is necessary to identify or rule out many causes, such as infections. […] If you have certain risk factors and symptoms, you might need more testing to rule out a more serious condition. Call your healthcare professional about blood in semen if you: Have blood in semen that lasts longer than 3 to 4 weeks. Keep seeing blood in semen. Have other symptoms, such as pain while urinating or pain with ejaculation. Have other risk factors such as having a history of cancer, bleeding conditions or having recently had sex that puts you at risk of sexually transmitted infections.
#27 Clinical characteristics, etiology, management and outcome of hematospermia: a systematic review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8012833/
Hematospermia is generally a benign symptom. Urogenital infections/inflammation and prostatic/seminal vesicular calculi are commonly found etiologies. Malignancies are rare and occurred mainly in men over 40 years of age. Clinical assessment focusing on known etiologies including a DRE and serum PSA level are sufficient to identify most proven causes of hematospermia. […] Definitive treatment of the underlying etiology resolved the symptoms in 260/347 (74.9%) while spontaneous resolution occurred in 88.9% (n=168/189) with an unknown etiology. […] In a community based screening study for prostate cancer among older men, the PSA levels were elevated in 30/139 (22%) in men with hematospermia compared to the rest with no hematospermia (n=4180/26126, 16%). […] Following the initial workup, most patients are left with negative findings. Such patients can be reassured and do not require routine urological follow-up. Adequate reassurance is mandatory as the symptom may be associated with significant fear and anxiety.
#28 Blood In Semen (Hematospermia): Causes & Treatment
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/blood-in-semen-hematospermia
Blood in semen usually isnt a symptom of a serious health problem. […] But serious and/or permanent complications can develop if an STI or another condition causes blood in your semen. […] Hematospermia is usually not a serious problem. […] Even though most causes of blood in semen arent serious and go away without treatment, a provider should still determine its cause.
#29 Blood In Semen (Hematospermia): Causes & Treatment
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/blood-in-semen-hematospermia
Blood in semen usually isnt a symptom of a serious health problem. […] But serious and/or permanent complications can develop if an STI or another condition causes blood in your semen. […] Hematospermia is usually not a serious problem. […] Even though most causes of blood in semen arent serious and go away without treatment, a provider should still determine its cause.
#30 Blood in semen (haematospermia): causes and treatment | healthdirect
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blood-in-semen
Blood in semen is also known as haematospermia. […] It is most common before the age of 40 years, and is usually not serious. […] Blood in semen can be a sign of infection or rarely, prostate cancer. […] It usually goes away on its own without the need for treatment. […] You should see your doctor if you notice any blood in your semen, especially if you have any risk factors. […] Seeing your doctor is the best place to start. They can refer you to a urologist if necessary. […] The treatment for blood in semen depends on the underlying cause. Blood in semen often has no obvious cause, and no treatment is needed. […] A common worry about blood in the semen is whether it will affect your fertility. Rest assured that most causes of blood in semen will have no effect on fertility. […] A rare cause that may affect fertility is cancer of the testicles.
#31 Blood in semen
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/blood-in-semen/
Blood in semen is not usually caused by something serious, but you should get it checked by a GP just in case. […] But it’s important to get it checked to make sure it’s nothing serious. […] Rarely, blood in semen can be a sign of cancer, such as prostate cancer. […] A GP can check for common causes and refer you to a specialist for more tests if needed. […] Blood in semen does not usually need to be treated. It often goes away by itself in a few days or weeks.
#32 Blood in semen
https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/blood-in-semen/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-20050603
If you see blood in your semen, it’s likely to clear up without treatment. However, it’s a good idea to make an appointment with a healthcare professional. A physical exam and simple blood or urine tests are often all that is necessary to identify or rule out many causes, such as infections. […] If you have certain risk factors and symptoms, you might need more testing to rule out a more serious condition. Call your healthcare professional about blood in semen if you: Have blood in semen that lasts longer than 3 to 4 weeks. Keep seeing blood in semen. Have other symptoms, such as pain while urinating or pain with ejaculation. Have other risk factors such as having a history of cancer, bleeding conditions or having recently had sex that puts you at risk of sexually transmitted infections.
#33 Blood in semen (haematospermia): causes and treatment | healthdirect
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blood-in-semen
Blood in semen is also known as haematospermia. […] It is most common before the age of 40 years, and is usually not serious. […] Blood in semen can be a sign of infection or rarely, prostate cancer. […] It usually goes away on its own without the need for treatment. […] You should see your doctor if you notice any blood in your semen, especially if you have any risk factors. […] Seeing your doctor is the best place to start. They can refer you to a urologist if necessary. […] The treatment for blood in semen depends on the underlying cause. Blood in semen often has no obvious cause, and no treatment is needed. […] A common worry about blood in the semen is whether it will affect your fertility. Rest assured that most causes of blood in semen will have no effect on fertility. […] A rare cause that may affect fertility is cancer of the testicles.