Blood in semen (hematospermia): Is it a sign of cancer?
Any time you notice blood where it’s not supposed to be, it can be alarming. If you’ve ever seen blood in your semen, a condition known as hematospermia, you may be wondering if it’s a sign of something serious.
The good news: it’s usually not.
Here, I’ll share common causes for blood in the semen, when to see a doctor and how it’s treated.
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Anal cancer vs. hemorrhoids: How to know the difference
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Can brain tumors cause personality changes?
A brain tumor diagnosis is life-changing. Symptoms can appear suddenly, affecting both your physical and mental health.
Your brain controls much of your everyday life, including movement, vision, sensation and basic functions like walking, speaking and swallowing. Tumors can impact these functions, depending on the part of the brain on which they grow or press. Brain tumors can also impact your mood, behavior and thought processes...
When to worry about blood in your stool (rectal bleeding)
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Extramammary Paget disease (EMPD): What you need to know
Extramammary Paget disease (EMPD) is a very rare form of skin cancer, affecting an estimated one in a million people in the U.S. It tends...
What are the symptoms of liposarcoma?
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What types of cancer can cause itchy skin?
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What is yoga therapy?
While yoga may draw to mind images of mat-filled studios, yoga can be practiced in many places, including healthcare settings. The use of...
What is red light therapy?
During red light therapy, a continuous beam of low-energy red light with a wavelength between 630 to 700 nanometers is used to regenerate...