Prostate cancer symptoms are not apparent in the early stages of the disease. The symptoms of prostate cancer may be different for each man. That is why having routine screenings are crucial and can be in the form of either digital rectal exams and prostate-specific androgen (PSA) tests. Noticing this in your semen could be an early warning sign of the disease. Have you ever seen this before?
Prostate cancer is cancer in the small gland in the pelvis, found only in men. The prostate is about the size of a satsuma and is located between the penis and the bladder, and surrounds the urethra.
The main function of the prostate is to produce a thick white fluid that creates semen when mixed with the sperm produced by the testicles.
Noticing blood in the semen is a warning sign and could mean an early onset of prostate cancer.
Blood in the semen is known as hematospermia or hemospermia. When men ejaculate, they typically don’t examine their semen and therefore might not notice blood.
Other symptoms of prostate cancer to look out for include frequent urination, weak or interrupted urine flow, a new onset of erectile dysfunction or a pain or burning during urination.
Cancer Treatment Centres of America said: “The symptoms of prostate cancer often differ from patient to patient.
“The most common first sign of recurrent prostate cancer is a rise in the PSA level in the blood, making regular PSA tests all the more important in measuring the progress of treatment and checking for signs of recurrence.
“It is important to report new signs or symptoms to your doctor.”
A PSA test measures the level of PSA in the blood.
The prostate gland produces PSA, a protein that at an elevated level may be a sign of prostate cancer.
A high PSA reading also may indicate noncancerous conditions such as inflammation of the prostate and enlargement of the prostate.
If you do notice blood in your semen you should speak with your GP about the possible causes.
To diagnose blood in the semen a GP will take a complete medical history that will include a history of any recent sexual activity.
If a person experiences repeated episodes of blood in the semen along with painful urinary or ejaculatory symptoms, A GP may refer to a urologist.