I had a vasectomy several weeks ago and everything was fine. Now I am ejaculating blood. Is this normal?

It is not normal to ejaculate blood after a vasectomy, but it's also not uncommon. If it happens a few times, I would not be concerned. If it continues, I'd see the urologist. The vas deferens is traumatized during vasectomy, so some blood in the ejaculate can occur but should not persist.

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It is nothing to worry about. It is not a typical outcome but it could be some bleeding in the ejaculatory portion of the vas. This bleeding is self limited and does not require special management

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Blood in the ejaculate ( hematospermia) is NOT a recognized condition associated with a vasectomy. This bleeding is usually believed to be due to a broken blood vessel in your prostate or seminal vesicle ( male sex glands). See your urologist if this persists.

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What you are describing is post - vasectomy hematospermia. Most cases of hematospermia from any cause are generally self-limited. I would suspect it to resolve within a few weeks if not sooner. If it persists perhaps it might be wise to consult with a urologist

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This is not normal. You should see your doctor.

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Hematospermia = blood in the semen.
Occurs spontaneously in many men.Generally not related to vasectomy.
See urologist if it persists.

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Yes, blood in the ejaculate is normal in the first month after a vasectomy. If you can imagine, the vas tube has been opened and any resultant blood from the wound can pass through the tube during healing.

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This is an uncommon finding after a vasectomy however it is not alarming and will probably pass with the tincture of time. It may be related to a problem in your prostate or the attached glands, the seminal vesicles. If it persists, I would return to the urolgist who did your vasectomy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012