BLOOD IN SEMEN (HEMATOSPERMIA)
WHAT THIS SYMPTOM USUALLY MEANS
Blood in semen is usually caused by prostate disease, infection, or urethral inflammation.
MOST COMMON CAUSES
MILD
• Minor irritation post-breeding
MEDICAL
• Prostatitis
• BPH
• Seminal vesicle infection
• Trauma
• Urethritis
EMERGENCY
• Heavy bleeding
• Severe pain
• Fever
RED FLAGS
• Dark red semen
• Painful ejaculation
• Swelling
• Fever
• If unsure, treat as urgent.
AT-HOME CARE
• Stop breeding
• Monitor urination
WHAT A VETERINARIAN WILL CHECK
• Semen evaluation
• Cytology
• Prostate ultrasound
• Culture
MOST LIKELY DIAGNOSES
• Prostate disease
• Infection
• Trauma
WHEN TO SCHEDULE A VISIT
Today: blood in semen always warrants evaluation
LONGEVITY IMPACT
Chronic prostate inflammation accelerates degenerative aging.
LONGEVITY CONSULT
Helps address prostate health and early hormonal decline.