Blood in semen (hematospermia) can be frightening, but the vast majority of time, it’s not cause for serious concern. Blood in semen is uncommon, and, most often, it goes away on its own.
Blood in semen facts
Blood in the semen is known as hematospermia.
Prostate biopsy is the most common cause of blood in the semen.
Blood in the semen can be caused by tumors, infections, anatomical abnormalities, stones, or inflammation in many sites throughout the genitourinary system.
Usually blood in the semen is benign and resolves on its own.
Treatment, if indicated, depends upon the underlying cause.