The presence of blood in urine (hematuria) and semen (hematospermia) during the early stages of prostate cancer often goes unnoticed. The urine may display pink or red colors, or resemble cola when blood is present, or the semen may contain visible red spots after ejaculation. This occurs because cancer leads to internal bleeding which appears as symptoms throughout the prostate and urinary tract. Most men will ignore it when they notice blood in their urine or semen, because they think it may stem from infections, injuries or other medical conditions. Any detected blood in urine or semen requires immediate medical consultation because it demands proper testing to establish a correct diagnosis.
Sudden erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction represents a common condition in aging men, yet its sudden onset might indicate prostate cancer. This occurs because prostate cancer development compresses nerves that control erections located near the prostate gland. Men who experience unexplained erectile dysfunction often face difficulties achieving, or sustaining an erection. If as a man you have been experiencing the same, you need a complete prostate health assessment and evaluation of additional possible health issues.
Sources
Moffitt Cancer Center, “Five Prostate Cancer Symptoms,” 2024
NHS, “Symptoms of Prostate Cancer,” 2025
CDC, “Symptoms of Prostate Cancer,” 2024
Cleveland Clinic, “Prostate Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment,” 2025
MD Anderson Cancer Center, “What Are the Warning Signs of Prostate Cancer?,” 2024
Disclaimer: This article is informational only and not a substitute for medical advice