Liquid discolorationMenu to yellow color - #20686
Hello Doctor, I am a 21-year-old male. I have been practicing masturbation since the age of 13. My frequency varies: sometimes once per week, but most often every 1–3 days. About two years ago, I started noticing a change in semen color. Initially, there were pale yellow spots, but over time the yellow color became more dominant. Currently, the semen appears mostly yellow, with only small white areas remaining. Some portions of the fluid are dark yellow. I also noticed that the viscosity (thickness) of the semen has increased compared to before. I am concerned whether this change is normal or if I should undergo semen analysis or other tests. Additional information: I have been smoking one pack of cigarettes per day for the past four years. I do not mention pain, burning, fever, or urinary symptoms. I would appreciate your medical advice. Thank you.
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Based on your history and symptoms, the yellow discoloration and increased thickness of your semen are most likely benign and reversible, rather than a serious disease.
The commonest causes in your case include:
Prolonged semen storage (ejaculating every few days can allow pigments and dead sperm to accumulate)
Smoking, which is well known to cause yellowing and thickening of semen due to toxins and oxidative stress
Mild dehydration, which can make semen appear darker and more viscous
The absence of pain, burning, fever, foul odor, blood, or urinary symptoms makes infection or serious pathology unlikely.
However, a persistent deep yellow color over two years may also be related to:
Subclinical prostatitis or seminal vesicle inflammation
Dietary factors or vitamin supplements
Oxidative changes from long-term smoking
At this stage, the condition is not an emergency, but it does warrant basic evaluation if you are anxious or planning fertility in the future.
Semen analysis and urine examination can be done for reassurance. These tests help rule out infection, high white blood cells, or sperm abnormalities.
In summary:
Your semen changes are most likely functional and lifestyle-related, especially smoking, and are often reversible with hydration, regular ejaculation, and smoking cessation. Medical testing is optional but reasonable for peace of mind.
Hello dear As per clinical history it seems impact on reproductive health due to excess smoking intake Iam suggesting some tests for confirmation of exact diagnosis Serum tsh Serum testosterone Serum LDH Scrotum USG if recommended by gynecologist In addition please Stop Excess masturbation Smoking Overthinking Please share the result of tests with gynecologist in person for better clarity Please donot take any medication without consulting the concerned physician Regards
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