[Hemospermia]

Haemospermia is a relatively frequent symptom in urology, especially in young subjects. It is often benign, but is important because of the anxiety it can cause to the patient. The predominant aetiology of haemospermia is prostatic and seminal vesicle disease. Iatrogenic aetiologies, generally without severity, are due to the development of instrumental diagnosis and treatment in urology. Recent progress in the field of medical imaging, particularly transrectal ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging, has greatly contributed to the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to haemospermia.