Patient's question:
What factors or causes lead to a man having a low amount of semen? Why is the semen color shiny?Doctor's answer:
The normal color of semen is grayish-white. If the semen appears shiny and it hasn't been a long time since the last ejaculation, it is likely one of the symptoms of prostatitis, where inflammatory prostatic fluid mixes with the semen, altering its color.If the semen remains jelly-like for a long time after ejaculation, it may indicate poor semen liquefaction. However, this cannot be determined on your own—you will need to undergo a semen analysis at a professional urological clinic to confirm. Poor semen liquefaction can affect sperm motility and thus impact male fertility.
Recommendation: It is advisable to seek a semen and prostate examination at a professional urological clinic as soon as possible to avoid delaying the diagnosis.