In men, discharge is a mucous fluid produced by the urethra in the cortex. Often such a physiological phenomenon becomes the cause of a serious experience, but not all discharges are related to the inflammatory process in the body. Some of them occur as a result of natural processes, indicating a normal state of health.
Physiological
Natural causes of urethral discharge in men:
- Urine residues. Mostly light yellow, sometimes saturated color. Discharge without odor and cheesy formations;
- The secret of the prostate gland. Has the smell of sperm. Characterized by light white mucous consistency;
- Ejaculation. This fluid is produced by mixing sperm with the secretions of the gonads, namely:
- Urethral;
- Prostatitis;
- Bulburetral.
As a result, a grayish-colored viscous mucus is secreted;
- Smegma. Visually it is defined by its rich white color, however, in some cases, the liquid has yellow or light green impurities.
Smegma allocation is done systematically. It is a type of fat that consists of bacterial and fatty wastes. Localized in the anterior and coronal membranes. The main function of this lubricant is to reduce friction between the crust and the head. The abundance of this secretion is primarily at pubertal age. In the future, the activity of the prepudial glands loses intensity and completely terminates into adulthood.
It is important to understand that adherence to personal hygiene standards is essential as smeg accumulates under its surface. If it is not washed in time, the fats will start to oxidize and the protein part will break down. This causes unpleasant odors and spoilage. Visually it looks like cottage cheese.
Perhaps the development of phimosis - a disease in which it is impossible to completely separate the head from the cortex. Without timely treatment, this can lead to chronic inflammatory processes and the development of oncological diseases of the genitals.
In addition to the above, physiological secretions in men may also include:
- Urethrolea;
- Prostatorea;
- Emission.
Prostatitis - mucus with grayish impurities. Contains a negligible amount of sperm. Formed from the prostate gland. Due to its transparency, the condition of the prostate is determined. Due to the insignificant volume, this secretion is practically invisible. Typically, they arise as a result of muscle tension associated with urination or constipation. Elevated levels of such fluid are one of the symptoms of prostatitis that require urgent treatment.
Pollution is an involuntary ejaculation that has nothing to do with sex. The causes of this phenomenon are the excess content of testosterone. The age of the man and the frequency of sexual intercourse are also no less important. Discharge in men may be during the period of abstinence - this is the discharge. This can happen during sleep. At the same time, in the morning, you can find white spots on your panties.
Abnormal discharge in men
Abnormal discharge from the urethra is primarily associated with:
- Possible sexually transmitted diseases;
- Malignant formations;
- Various types of mechanical injuries (previous surgeries, other therapeutic interventions, injuries);
- Inflammatory processes in the organs of the genital system.
The most common criteria that determine the pathological nature of the discharge:
- Modest over-abundant volume;
- Mostly with a cloudy yellow or green mixture;
- Usually contains mucus, pus, or blood clots;
- Thick and sticky, or, conversely, very liquid, watery;
- Has a pungent fermented milk or fishy odor;
- Discharge occurs after urination, sexual arousal or drinking alcohol;
- Connected to a specific time of day. They can be single and periodic).
It is important to understand that it is impossible to independently determine the diagnosis by the nature of the discharge. This requires appropriate, professional inspection. The nature of the secretion of fluid largely depends on the immune system and directly on the nature of the disease-causing agent. In addition, the form of the inflammatory process (acute or chronic) plays a special role.
In sexually transmitted diseases, the discharge with an unpleasant odor is usually divided into:
- Mucous discharge. Indicate the presence of chlamydia or urethritis (mycoplasma or ureaplasma). They are characterized by a small volume of secreted fluid. Is a colorless viscous consistency. Leukocytes are detected by microscopic diagnosis (the norm is 4 cells);
- Mucous - purulent. This secretion also indicates chlamydia, as well as ureaplasmosis and mycoplasmosis. With chlamydia, they are localized in the form of a kind of adhesion on the top of the penis with a light white shade, possibly a transparent discharge from the urethra in men;
- Purulent. Male discharge is greenish or yellow. They are characteristic of gonorrhea. They have a pungent odor of rot. Microscopic examination shows that the fluid contains epithelial cells isolated from the urethra. In addition, the level of leukocytes increased significantly. Accompanying symptoms are severe cramps and burning during intercourse and during urination (mostly in the morning). Itching is also possible.
Inflammatory processes of non-venereal nature
The causes of inflammation of the organs of the genital system in most cases lie in their own conditionally pathogenic microflora. These are microorganisms whose activity is activated as a result of weakening of the protective properties of the body as a result of recent illnesses or against the background of intense psycho-emotional stress. These microorganisms include:
- Candida fungi;
- Streptococci and staphylococci;
- Escherichia coli.
They live on mucous membranes and skin surfaces. Their active reproduction is inhibited by the immune system. Factors that weaken it, causing uncontrolled populations of harmful microorganisms, in addition to the above, include:
- Hypothermia;
- Adverse effects of chemotherapy;
- Radiation exposure (radiation sickness);
- A long course of taking a wide range of antibiotics.
Uncontrolled reproduction of conditionally pathogenic microflora can lead to the development of diseases such as:
- Candidiasis or thrush. Infectious disease of the urethra caused by the fungus Candida. Characteristic signs of this disease are itching and cramps during urination and ejaculation. It is visually defined by the smell of cottage cheese milk. In some cases, dull pain in the lumbar region and groin is possible. Candidiasis develops mainly as a result of radiation exposure, overdose of antibiotics or one of the side effects of chemotherapy treatment. Poor hormonal levels also contribute to the development of this disease. Cases of sexually transmitted infections are rare. If a curd discharge appears, it is necessary to consult an andrologist;
- Irregular urethritis. A disease that affects the bladder. Characterized by an insatiable urge to urinate frequently. The pain in the urethra is not as strong as in venereal urethritis. Mucous fluid appears after or during urination. In the early stages of the disease it is characterized by purulent impurities in the form of tumors. The discharge is moderate. Without necessary and timely treatment, the infection affects the urinary tract and kidneys, resulting in pronounced blood impurities in the discharge;
- Gardnerella of the urethra. With this disease, discharge from the urethra is not significant in men. They are characterized by a sharp fishy odor. The color is predominantly light yellow, but a greenish tint is also possible. In some sources this disease is defined as exclusively venereal, but infection of the male body with Gardnerella is impossible! In fact, the reasons for the development of this disease mainly lie in the banal dysbiosis, which developed during the violation of the immune properties of the body due to the factors listed earlier. It is quite easy to treat with timely referral to qualified help. Therapy includes medications to stimulate immune cells, as well as abundant amounts of lactic acid bacteria, aimed at correcting the microflora;
- Prostatitis. Inflammation of the prostate gland. In the early stages it is characterized by a grayish discharge with abundant discharge. In the absence of proper therapeutic intervention, the disease will turn into a chronic form and its treatment will be much more difficult. In this case, the volume of fluid released from the urethra is almost invisible and the color becomes white. The main symptom of prostatitis is heaviness and weak erection during urination. Neglected cases can threaten the development of anuria (lack of urine output) and impotence;
- Balanoposthitis. It is an inflammation of the cortex accompanied by its swelling. Typically, this disease is characterized by abundant purulent discharge in men with mucus tumors. In addition, there is redness of the leaves of Peru and painful sensations in the head of the penis.
Other
Abnormal discharge from the urethra in men is not always associated with inflammatory processes. Often this can be associated with disorders of the central nervous or muscular system (trauma, constant stress, congenital or acquired diseases of the spine, etc. ). Such discharge is typical:
- Spermatorrhea - Passive ejaculation that is not related to sexual intercourse and not due to orgasm. Provoking factors are spinal injuries and regular stress. This physiological phenomenon is associated with innervation disorders and reduced tone of the vascular system;
- Hematuria. Represents lactation. In most cases, the disease is caused by mechanical damage to the urethra as a result of surgery or other therapeutic procedures (catheter placement, smear from the genital mucosa, etc. Hematuria. Urolithiasis is accompanied by intense pain in the lumbar region and groin area. It occurs during urination or immediately. In addition, this phenomenon is marked by inflammation of the renal glomeruli, accompanied by edema and increased blood pressure. There is also an increased level of protein in the urine.
- Is a prostate. Transparent discharge in men, which is a secret of the prostate, indicating a chronic form of prostatitis, or a prostate adenoma.
It is important to understand that at the first detection of a suspicious discharge from the urethra, accompanied by sores, burning or itching, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible to avoid complications!
Diagnosis of the disease by abnormal discharge from the penis
The examination procedure consists of several diagnostic procedures:
- Primary examination by a specialist of the genital organ, namely the cortex, head and perianum. The main task is to identify possible deformities of the body, rash, discharge, inflammatory signs;
- Sensation of lymph nodes in the elbow area and assessment of their condition. They can be:
- Increased or within normal limits;
- Hotter or colder than nearby tissues;
- Moving or not;
- Solid or soft;
- Whether the patient has painful sensations on palpation.
In addition, uterine lymph nodes are examined for ulcers;
- Diagnosis of prostate fingers. This study is done through the rectum. In this case, fluid can be released from the urethra, which is essential for microscopy. The adenoma is characterized by uniformly enlarged portions of the prostate gland and feels like dense nodules. Irregular growths indicate the development of a malignant tumor. Discharge from the urethra during a blood clotting massage is a confirming factor. For the reliability of the study, it is recommended to abstain from urinating for 5 - 2 hours before the procedure;
- Complete blood count and prolonged urine analysis. Should refuse on an empty stomach;
- Material examination (smear for microscopic examination and culture). A procedure that reduces the risk of misidentification of the disease. Differs with exceptional accuracy. The painted smear under a microscope reveals all the contents:
- Bloody bodies;
- Presence of epithelium;
- Fatty components;
- Non-venereal pathogens belonging to the conditionally pathogenic microflora.
- Ultrasound examination and computed tomography of the genital system. It usually serves to confirm or deny an already existing diagnosis.
A final diagnosis is possible only if there are ready-made results of histological examination.
Prevention
There are a number of prophylactic recommendations. First of all, you need to control your personal intimate hygiene. Neglect can lead to the development of many dangerous diseases. It is necessary to daily wash the glands of the penis using laundry soap, to remove the accumulated smegma from the surface. The procedure should be performed twice a day (morning and evening). To prevent infection with sexually transmitted diseases, contraception should be used during sexual contact with an unknown partner. In addition, it is necessary to undergo a comprehensive medical examination at least once a year, which will help to identify and eliminate possible health problems in a timely manner.
Discharge from the male and female genitals is the norm, but sometimes it can talk about diseases. Often, abnormal discharge becomes a precursor to sexually transmitted infections.
Discharge in men, when aroused, is a natural physiological reaction of the body
Smegma is a physiological discharge from the glands located at the top of the penis. Their number is small. They are removed with hygiene and do not cause discomfort. In the absence of hygiene or failure to follow the rules, smegma accumulates under the bark and can lead to inflammatory diseases such as balanoposthitis.
Sperm is released during the ejaculation process, it contains sexual secretions and sperm.
Ejaculation is involuntary ejaculation, usually during sleep that occurs during puberty or in men who abstain for a long time.
If a man notices that the amount of these secretions and their character have changed, he should consult a doctor. Abnormal discharge in men can be cloudy, gray, yellow, thick, cheesy. Their appearance is accompanied by a burning sensation, pain and discomfort in the urethra.
Normal rates of male discharge
Discharge during arousal in men is individual in volume. If a person is in control of his health, then he knows his norm.
Physiologically, the amount of discharge increases with the prolongation of the intimate relationship. In this case, they will become thicker and more cloudy. Emission indicators:
- Watery and transparent;
- The smell is not pronounced;
- Medium density.
Food, stress, chronic diseases, bad habits can affect the change in secretion.
Rules of intimate hygiene for men:
- Use a neutral acid soap.
- Wash the genitals 2 times a day.
- Rinse the nails by lowering the back of the throat.
- Avoid overheating the testicles.
- Linen should be wide and made of natural fabrics.
Female discharge
Discharge in women during arousal is referred to as lubrication. It has a transparent, odorless liquid appearance. Fluid is secreted by the vaginal epithelial glands. It also includes leukocyte cells and microorganisms that are representatives of the normal microflora of the vagina.
Vaginal secretion is also secreted in a normal state, its amount is up to 5 ml per day. When aroused, the number increases due to the blood supply to the gonads. Given the physiological characteristics of the body, some girls have more, some less.
Discharge during arousal is a completely normal physiological phenomenon in women.
Thanks to the presence of lubrication, comfortable penetration of the penis into the vagina is ensured. During ovulation, the composition of vaginal secretions changes to ensure conception.
Normal rates of vaginal secretion
Female discharge rate:
- Liquid, transparent;
- The jelly is similar during ovulation;
- A small amount that increases closer to ovulation and decreases after it;
- Faint odor, without unpleasant shadow;
- Do not irritate the vaginal mucosa or the skin of the external genitalia;
- Not accompanied by subjective sensations.
The amount of mucous discharge from the vagina increases during sexual intercourse - a sign of arousal.
Hygiene rules for normalizing vaginal secretion:
- Use a special soap for intimate hygiene. The composition should contain lactic acid to maintain an acid-base environment in the vagina.
- With a large amount of discharge, daily sanitary pads are used, which are changed regularly.
- Wear linen from natural fabrics.
- It is advisable to wash your head twice a day.
Discharge from the human body means a lot. Usually, their presence indicates a healthy condition or any pathology, the development of diseases or infectious processes. In some cases, the discharge itself should not be present, for example in the nose, it is obvious that the person is ill. Similarly discharge from the ears.
In the case of the reproductive system, everything is somewhat more complicated - from the genitals - their natural holes - fluids flow, which in some cases is the norm, but in some cases they are one of the symptoms of the disease. Sometimes discharge from the penis is the only symptom of the development of a serious disease.
Physiological discharge with agitation
Libido urethrorea is a secretion secreted by the gonads. In excitement it appears in every man. The amount of secretion is small, it can be formed during sexual intercourse. In some cases, the mystery is highlighted in large volumes.
Norm or deviation?
How to determine whether a normal amount of secretion is secreted during arousal? Every man’s physiology can be different and there are no norms for the volume of secretions. However, if a person notices that the volume of fluid has increased for no reason, he has changed its consistency, smell and color, this is a signal of infection, inflammation, the presence of genital problems, and so on.
May be an exception to this situation. So if a man has not had sex for a long time, the secret increases in volume. It may be slightly thicker, more cloudy, but there should be no yellow tinge, blood stains, or other changes. The maximum is a little blur.
A normal secret must have the following characteristics:
- Lack of unpleasant odor;
- Transparent color;
- Medium density consistency.
Factors that may affect the characteristics of secrets:
- Diseases;
- Dietary habits (products consumed);
- Abstaining from sexual activity;
- Stress and wrong lifestyle, weakening of the immune system.
In some cases, the secretion of secretions by arousal causes the action of defecation. From a physiological point of view, this process is normal, although its formation should be rare.
It is important to remember that the secretion that is secreted when the penis is removed from the urethra contains sperm. With their poor quality or inflammation of the prostate gland, sperm change color. In this case, when agitated, the fluid may not be released normally.
Discharge during inflammation
If a man does not have sexually transmitted diseases, we are talking about the inflammatory process, more precisely, its possible presence in the body.
The causative agents may be the following:
- Streptococcus;
- Candidiasis;
- colibacillus;
- Staphylococcus aureus bacterium.
Inflammatory process in the urethra - a channel that allows fluid to pass through. In this case, the selection character may be as follows:
- The presence of mucus;
- The presence of pus;
- Adhesive;
- Blurring.
Treatment
Treatment may be prescribed by the attending physician.
Appropriate drugs are prescribed according to the established disease. These are usually antibiotics that are also different.
Some antibiotics fight sexually transmitted infections, while others aim to suppress the pathogenic environment - candidiasis and other fungal microorganisms.
Also, anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin complexes, accompanying drugs and dietary supplements are prescribed for the treatment of diseases, depending on the state of health and concomitant diseases.
Conclusion
Discharge from the penis, more precisely, from the urethral canal, when aroused, if ignored can lead to certain consequences.
What you need to know about discharge during arousal:
- The normal state of the fluid secreted from the glans penis is transparent, without white, unpleasant odor, pus, blood.
- Discharge disorders can speak to the development of sexually transmitted infections, as well as inflammatory processes in sexually transmitted diseases.
- The characteristics of the symptoms may depend on the duration of the disease, its characteristics, and the male immunity.
In some cases, a change in discharge is normal if there are objective reasons for this - a change in diet, comorbidities, abstinence from sexual activity.