Semen is a A thick, white, marble-like liquid whose main function is to help sperm reach the egg According to the health portal “Cuidate Plus”, in order to fertilize.
It consists of 1% to 2% of sperm and other cells of the testicles. The rest are secretions from the prostate, seminal vesicles, Cowper’s glands, Litter’s glands, epididymis, etc., which produce the liquid part of semen, the seminal plasma.
Semen is usually opaque white or light gray, and the color may vary from person to person. Additionally, there are other factors that can affect it, such as hydration or the diet you follow.
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What’s not normal is that it comes in colors like red, yellow or green. Below we will tell you what each color means.
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Red, pink or brown semen
The presence of blood in your semen may indicate that you have a serious STD or prostate cancer.
The problem of blood in semen is called hematospermia. According to the Spanish Association of Urology (AEU) Diagnostic and Treatment Algorithm Manual for Primary Care Urology, Most cases are benign and self-limiting, meaning they disappear over time.
It’s important to follow up if you notice this color in your semen, as you may need treatment if the color persists.
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Yellow or green semen
This color should not cause concern, This can be due to the presence of traces of urine, although it most commonly occurs after weeks or months of no ejaculation. This is because the sperm dies and contaminates the fluid. Likewise, diet can have an impact.
To a lesser extent, this may also be due to a genitourinary tract infection; the problem may be accompanied by pain, frequent urination, and even a bad odor. If this color persists or is accompanied by adverse symptoms, it is recommended to see a doctor.
On the other hand, it may also indicate a urinary tract infection, prostatitis, prostatic hyperplasia, or prostate inflammation. Likewise, they can be caused by bilirubin and its buildup in the body, or leukocytozoospermia, which occurs when too many white blood cells accumulate in a patient’s semen.
Daniella Lalat Assad
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