In men, discharge from the genitals occurs in the form of small amounts of fluid or mucus that has a different condition and color. Fluid (mucus) is excreted from the urethra, it is also possible to secrete a secretion of preputial gland located under the skin that covers the head of the penis.
Physiological discharge
- Criteria for urine norm are light golden color, no odor;
- Criteria for the rate of secretion from the prostate are viscous in nature, white in color, with a certain odor of sperm;
- The ejaculate norm criterion is sperm with a secretion secreted by the mixed prostate, gray in color, with a mucus consistency;
- The criterion of the smegm norm is thick white fat.
Smegma (preputial lubricant) accumulates under the penis and is the accumulation of fats and residues of certain bacteria. The lubricant reduces the feeling of friction between the head and the forest. At different periods of life, the amount of secretion secreted by the prepuce glands varies, the peak comes at puberty and until old age it stops completely.
If the rules of hygiene are not observed, lubricant (smegma) accumulates under the bark. Fats are oxidized and the proteins that make up the composition begin to break down. Simply put, the process of spoilage begins. The lubricant color becomes greenish, a rotten odor appears. Persistent accumulation of lubricant leads to chronic balanitis, or worse, the development of malignant tumors.
The urethra secrete a colorless fluid called urethral fluid. It serves to protect the urethra. Her appearance is associated with strong arousal during an erection. The volume of secretion depends on the physiological characteristics of each organism, but after a long period of abstinence from sex, the number increases.
In the morning it is possible to have wet dreams (spontaneous discharge of sperm) that are not related to sex. Contamination is possible in both adults and adult men who have not had sex for a long time.
With strong tension in the abdominal muscles, a small amount of transparent mucus is secreted from the urethra. Also, prostatitis can occur during constipation.
Abnormal changes in discharge
Abnormal discharge from the penis may indicate a sexually transmitted disease (STD), cancer, nonspecific inflammation, or genital trauma.
From ordinary secretions it is possible to distinguish what is associated with pathological nature, perhaps by their nature, odor, color:
- The volume of the discharge became much more abundant or, conversely, decreased;
- The color changed, the discharge became cloudy;
- There were blood impurities, pus, mucus tumors;
- Structure change: The discharge became sticky and thick;
- The smell became fishy, sour or rotten;
- Unpleasant sensations occur when urinating.
If you notice any change in the discharge, self-medication is dangerous. It is important to seek medical advice as soon as possible, be sure to get tested and also get a smear.
Characteristic discharge of STDs
A discharge that becomes very viscous and has a transparent color is usually a chronic form of mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis, chlamydia. Up to 5 leukocytes are found in the field of view during the analysis.
If the discharge becomes white and transparent, then it indicates the presence of an acute form of mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis.
Discharge and purulent odor with purulent spots is a sign of gonorrhea. Their structure is very thick and sticky, the color is greenish-yellow. Large numbers of leukocytes were detected in laboratory tests. Painful sensations when urinating are also noted.
Multiple pathogenic infections are common in STDs. The symptoms and nature of the discharge take on a completely different look, so it is very important to perform high quality laboratory tests to determine the true causative agents of the disease.
No venereal inflammation and discharge in men
Non-venereal inflammation occurs when nonspecific bacteria enter the pelvic organs and can also be the result of immune problems. Its own microflora becomes conditionally pathogenic when pathogenic bacteria, which are present in small numbers, begin to dominate the beneficial bacteria, thus causing non-venereal inflammation.
Non-gonorrheal urethritis is characterized by the discharge in the form of a purulent tumor in small quantities. Frequent urination, itching sensation. The infection is ascending, first damaging the bladder, then the kidneys. When the kidneys become infected, the discharge contains blood. This is a very dangerous symptom.
Fungi of the genus Candida cause candidiasis. The increase in the number of these fungi occurs by weakening their own immunity, as well as after taking antibiotics. Symptoms include a discharge that resembles cottage cheese in structure. There is an acidic odor, itching, especially when urinating.
Urethral gardnerelosis is characterized by a specific odor of fish, the discharge becomes yellow-green, with a small volume. This infection occurs when the microflora is disturbed, in other words, when dysbiosis appears.
If inflammation of the atria occurs (balanoposthitis), the discharge becomes purulent and mucous. The head of the penis becomes red and becomes very painful.
Prostatitis manifests itself in the form of a cloudy discharge that appears at the end of urination. This disease has serious complications such as lack of erection and complete impotence, anuria.
Uncharacteristic discharge of inflammation
Sperm is a passive leak of sperm, without masturbation and sexual intercourse. This disease is most often the result of stress, neurosis or diseases of the spine. With the sperm, the ducts are innervated.
Bloody discharge may appear after trauma to the urethral canal, when a smear is taken, when a catheter is inserted, and when sand or small stones pass through the urethral canal. In this case, the hematuria is very painful.
A serious symptom is brown discharge with pus and blood - they indicate the presence of a malignant tumor.
If you find any peculiar discharge in yourself, you should immediately contact a medical facility and undergo the necessary tests. The sooner a correct diagnosis is made, the sooner recovery will come.
How is the exam going?
- First of all, a penis examination is performed. The procedure is necessary to determine the traces of head and cortex trauma. Observe the rash or discharge.
- Mandatory examination and palpation of the lymph nodes of the elbow, determination of their size, condition, temperature.
- Taking a secretion sample from the prostate for a laboratory test - this is done by massaging the prostate through the rectum.
In the laboratory, under a microscope, the collected material is studied:
- The smear can determine the maturity of leukocytes, their number in the field of vision. An increased number indicates acute urethritis or a chronic inflammatory process;
- An increased number of eosinophils indicates an allergic process in the urethra;
- When erythrocytes are detected, we can talk about tumors, serious inflammation;
- If the amount of epithelium exceeds the norm, then we are talking about chronic urethritis;
- The smear contains sperm - spermatorea;
- Mucus found in the smear - urethrolea;
- The smear contains lipid granules - prostate.
To achieve a reliable result, you need to follow certain rules: do not wash your head before taking the material, do not have sex the day before the analysis, do not go to the toilet a few hours before taking the smear.
LHC-inoculation is required to identify the largest number of microorganisms of the same species. Their properties have been studied for further diagnosis of infection. A general analysis of blood and urine is performed. Ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs and prostate is performed, if necessary, according to the indications, followed by tomography.
Any uncharacteristic discharge is a serious reason to see a doctor. You can not self-medicate, even if the disease is obvious to you. In this way it is possible to produce complications that are difficult to treat with even the strongest antibiotics. The inflammatory process does not stop, but only acquires a latent form, which is full of serious complications, including death.
Preventive measures
Preventing any disease is easier said than done, so by following simple rules of personal hygiene you can protect yourself from many problems. In addition, there are a few more rules:
- Underwear should be made of natural material, not tight;
- Proper contraception is needed;
- Casual sex should be avoided.
Forced treatment of both partners is necessary if venereal disease is detected in at least one of them. Otherwise, re-infection will occur constantly, which is dangerous with the transition to a chronic form and even infertility.