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Differential Diagnosis for Yellow Semen and Jelly-like Consistency

  • Single most likely diagnosis
    • Prostatitis: This condition, which involves inflammation of the prostate gland, can cause changes in semen color and consistency, including a yellowish hue and a jelly-like or thick consistency. The inflammation can lead to an increase in white blood cells and other substances in the semen, contributing to these changes.
  • Other Likely diagnoses
    • Epididymitis: Inflammation of the epididymis, a tube at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm, can also lead to changes in semen appearance, including yellow color and altered consistency, due to the presence of white blood cells and other inflammatory markers.
    • Seminal vesiculitis: Inflammation of the seminal vesicles, which are glands that contribute to the production of semen, can cause similar changes in semen color and consistency, including a yellowish appearance and a jelly-like texture.
    • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): A UTI can lead to the presence of bacteria, white blood cells, and other substances in the semen, potentially causing it to appear yellow and have an abnormal consistency.
  • Do Not Miss (ddxs that may not be likely, but would be deadly if missed.)
    • Testicular cancer: Although less common, testicular cancer can cause changes in semen, including color and consistency. It's crucial to rule out this potentially life-threatening condition.
    • Gonorrhea or Chlamydia: These sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause epididymitis, prostatitis, and urethritis, leading to changes in semen appearance. Untreated, these infections can have serious health consequences, including infertility and increased risk of HIV transmission.
  • Rare diagnoses
    • Amyloidosis: A rare condition characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in various tissues, including the reproductive system, which can potentially alter semen consistency and color.
    • Sjögren's syndrome: An autoimmune disorder that can affect exocrine glands, including those involved in semen production, potentially leading to changes in semen appearance and consistency.

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