Discharge in men is a mucous fluid that forms in the foreskin from the urethra. Often such a physiological phenomenon becomes a reason for serious experiences, but not all discharges are related to the inflammatory process in the body. Some of them appear as a result of natural processes, which indicate a normal state of health.
Physiological
Natural causes of urethral discharge in men:
- Remains of urine. Mostly light yellow color, sometimes saturated. Discharge without odor and without cheese formation;
- The secret of the prostate gland. It smells like semen. It is characterized by a mucous consistency of a light white shade;
- Ejaculate. This fluid is formed as a result of the mixing of spermine with the secretions of the glands of the genitourinary system, namely:
- urethral;
- prostatic;
- bulbourethral.
As a result, viscous mucus of a grayish tint is released;
- Smegma. It is visually determined by its rich white color, however, in some cases, the liquid has yellow or light green impurities.
The assignment of smegma is carried out systematically. It is a type of fat made up of bacterial and fatty residues. Localized in the foreskin and coronal sulcus. The main function of this lubricant is to reduce the friction between the foreskin and the head. The abundance of these secretions is mainly due to the age of puberty. In the future, the activity of the preputial glands loses its intensity and stops altogether in adulthood.
It is important to understand that adherence to personal hygiene standards is a must, as smegma tends to accumulate on the surface of the head under the foreskin. If it is not washed off in time, the oxidation of fats and the breakdown of the protein part will begin. This leads to an unpleasant smell and decay. Visually resembles cottage cheese.
Perhaps the development of phimosis - a disease in which it is not possible to completely separate the head from the foreskin. Without timely treatment, this can lead to chronic inflammatory processes and the development of oncological diseases of the genital organ.
In addition to the above, physiological male secretions can also include:
- urethrorea;
- prostatorhea;
- issue.
Prostatorrea - mucus with grayish impurities. Contains an insignificant amount of semen. Formed by the prostate gland. Depending on its transparency, the condition of the prostate is determined. Due to the insignificant volume, these secretions are practically invisible. As a rule, they are formed due to muscle tension associated with urination or constipation. An increase in the level of this fluid is one of the symptoms of prostatitis, which requires immediate treatment.
Pollution is an arbitrary ejaculation that has nothing to do with intercourse. The reasons for this phenomenon are the excess content of testosterone. A man's age and the frequency of sexual intercourse are also not the least important. In men, discharge can occur during periods of abstinence: this is the issue. It can occur during sleep. At the same time, in the morning, you can find white spots on your panties.
Pathological discharge in men
Discharge from the urethra of a pathological nature is mainly associated with:
- possible sexually transmitted diseases;
- malignant formations;
- mechanical injuries of various kinds (previous interventions, other therapeutic interventions, injuries);
- inflammatory processes in the organs of the genitourinary system.
The most common criteria that determine the pathological nature of discharge:
- Moderate to excessively abundant volume;
- Mostly cloudy with an admixture of yellow or green;
- They typically contain clots of mucus, pus, or blood;
- Thick and sticky or, conversely, too liquid, watery;
- They have a pungent fermented milk or fishy smell;
- Discharge appears after urination, sexual arousal or after drinking alcohol;
- Linked to a specific time of day. They can be both one-off and periodic).
It is important to understand that it is impossible to independently determine the diagnosis by the nature of the discharge. This requires an appropriate and professional examination. The nature of the secreted fluid largely depends on the immune system and directly on the nature of the causative agent of the disease. In addition, the form of the inflammatory process (acute or chronic) plays a special role.
Discharge with an unpleasant odor in sexually transmitted diseases 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 liquid. There are colorless with a viscous consistency. By microscopic diagnostics, leukocytes are detected (the norm is 4 cells);
- Mucous - purulent. These secretions also indicate chlamydia, as well as ureaplasmosis and mycoplasmosis. With chlamydia, they are localized in the form of a kind of adhesion on the head of the penis of a light white shade, transparent discharge from the urethra in men is possible;
- Purulent. Male discharge is greenish or yellow. They are characteristic of gonorrhea. They have a pungent rot smell. Microscopic examination shows that the fluid contains epithelial cells secreted by the urethra. In addition, there is a significantly increased level of leukocytes. The concomitant symptoms are severe cramping and burning during intercourse and during urination (especially in the morning). Itching is also possible.
Inflammatory processes of a non-venereal nature
The causes of inflammation of the organs of the genitourinary system in the vast majority of cases lie in their own conditionally pathogenic microflora. These are microorganisms, the activity of which is activated as a result of the weakening of the protective properties of the body due to recent diseases or against the background of intense psychoemotional stress. These microorganisms include:
- Candida mushrooms;
- streptococci and staphylococci;
- Escherichia coli.
They live on the mucous membranes and on the surface of the skin. Their active reproduction is hampered by the immune system. Factors that weaken it, leading to an uncontrolled population of harmful microorganisms, in addition to those previously listed, include:
- hypothermia;
- negative effects of chemotherapy;
- radiation exposure (radiation sickness);
- a long course of taking broad-spectrum antibiotics.
Uncontrolled reproduction of conditionally pathogenic microflora can cause the development of diseases such as:
- Candidiasis or thrush. Infectious disease of the urethra caused by the Candida fungus. For this disorder, the characteristic signs are itching and cramping during urination and ejaculation. It is determined visually by means of a smell of curdled sour milk. In some cases, dull pain in the lower back and groin is possible. Candidiasis develops mainly due to radiation exposure, excess antibiotics, or as one of the side effects of chemotherapy treatments. Poor hormone levels also contribute to the development of this disease. Cases of sexual thrush infection are rare. If the discharge of the curd appears, it is necessary to consult an andrologist;
- Non-gonorrhea urethritis. Disease affecting the bladder. It is characterized by an unfulfilling urge to urinate frequently. Pain in the urethra is not as intense as with venereal urethritis. A slimy fluid appears after or during urination. In the early stages of the development of the disease, it is characterized by purulent impurities in the form of lumps. Discharge is moderate. Without the necessary and timely treatment, the infection affects the ureter and kidneys, as a result of which pronounced blood impurities appear in the discharge;
- Urethral Gardnerellosis. With this disease, the discharge from the urethra in men is not significant. They are characterized by a pungent fishy smell. The color is predominantly light yellow, but a greenish tinge is also possible. In some sources, this disease is interpreted as exclusively venereal, but infection of the male body with gardnerella is impossible! Indeed, the reasons for the development of this disease lie mainly in the banal dysbiosis, which developed during the violation of the immune properties of the body due to the previously listed factors. It is quite easy to deal with a timely referral for qualified help. Therapy includes drugs to stimulate immune cells, as well as an abundant amount of lactic bacteria, aimed at correcting the microflora;
- prostatitis. Inflammation of the prostate gland. In the early stages, it is characterized by an abundant discharge of a grayish tint. In the absence of the correct therapeutic intervention, the disease develops in a chronic form and is much more difficult to treat. In this case, the volume of fluid released from the urethra is almost invisible, and the color turns white. The main symptom of prostatitis is heaviness when urinating and a weak erection. Neglected cases can threaten the development of anuria (lack of urinary secretion) and impotence;
- Balanoposthitis. It is an inflammation of the foreskin, accompanied by its edema. As a rule, this disease is characterized by abundant purulent secretions in men with lumps of mucus. In addition, redness of the leaves of the foreskin and painful sensations of the head of the penis are observed.
Other
Pathological discharge from the urethra in men is not always associated with inflammatory processes. Often this can be associated with dysfunctions of the central nervous system or musculoskeletal system (trauma, constant stress, congenital or acquired diseases of the spine, etc. ). This discharge is typical for:
- spermatorhea - passive ejaculation, not associated with sexual intercourse and not due to orgasm. The provoking factors are spinal injuries and regular stress. This physiological phenomenon is associated with a violation of innervation and a decrease in the tone of the vas deferens;
- Hematorrhage. Represents spotting. In most cases, the causes of the disease are mechanical damage to the urethra as a result of surgery or other therapeutic procedures (placement of a catheter, smear from the mucous membrane of the genital organ, etc. ). Hematorrhage is possible with urolithiasis, which is accompanied by intense pain in the lumbar region and groin. This is due to the discharge of stones. In this case, bleeding occurs during or immediately after urination. Also, this phenomenon is observed with inflammation of the renal glomeruli, which is accompanied by edema and increased blood pressure. There is also an increase in the level of protein in the urine.
- Prostatorrea. Transparent discharge in men, which is the secret of the prostate, indicating a chronic form of prostatitis or about prostate adenoma.
It is important to understand that at the first detection of a suspicious discharge from the urethra, accompanied by cuts, burning or itching, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible to avoid complications!
Diagnosis of the disease with pathological discharge from the penis
The examination procedure consists of several diagnostic procedures:
- Initial examination by a specialist of the genital organ, namely the foreskin, head and perineum. The main task is to identify possible deformations of the organs, rashes, secretions, inflammatory signs;
- Sensation of the lymph nodes in the groin area and assessment of their condition. They can be:
- increased or within normal limits;
- warmer or colder than neighboring tissues;
- mobile or not;
- hard or soft;
- whether the patient has painful sensations on palpation or not.
In addition, the inguinal lymph nodes are examined for ulceration;
- Finger diagnostics of the prostate gland. This study is through the rectum. In this case, fluid can be released from the urethra, which is needed for microscopy. Adenoma is characterized by uniformly enlarged lobes of the prostate gland and dense cords. Irregular growths indicate the development of a malignant tumor. Discharge from the urethra during blood clot massage is a confirmatory factor. For the reliability of the study, it is recommended to refrain from urinating 1, 5 - 2 hours before the procedure;
- Complete blood count and extensive urinalysis. Should give up on an empty stomach;
- Examination of the material (smears for microscopic examination and culture). A procedure that minimizes the risk of misidentifying a disease. Differs in special precision. A smear stained under a microscope reveals all the contents:
- bloody bodies;
- the presence of epithelium;
- fat components;
- non-venereal pathogens belonging to conditionally pathogenic microflora.
- Ultrasound examination and computed tomography of the genitourinary system. As a rule, it serves to confirm or refute an already existing diagnosis.
The final diagnosis is possible only if there are ready-made results of a histological examination.
Prevention
There are a number of preventative recommendations. First of all, you should monitor your personal intimate hygiene. Neglect can lead to the development of many dangerous diseases. It is necessary to wash the glans penis with laundry soap daily, removing the accumulated smegma from the surface. The procedure should be done twice a day (morning and evening). In order to avoid sexually transmitted disease infection, contraception should be used during sexual contact with an unknown partner. In addition, it is necessary to undergo a full medical examination at least once a year, which will help identify and eliminate any health problems in a timely manner.
Discharge from the genitals of men and women is the norm, but it can sometimes speak of diseases. Often, pathological discharge becomes a harbinger of sexually transmitted infections.
Discharge in men when excited is a natural physiological reaction of the body
Smegma is a physiological discharge from the glands located on the head of the penis. Their number is small. They are removed after hygiene and do not bring discomfort. In the absence of hygiene or non-compliance with the rules, smegma accumulates under the foreskin and can lead to inflammatory diseases such as balanoposthitis.
Sperm is secreted in the ejaculation process, it contains a sexual secret and sperm.
Ejaculation is involuntary ejaculation, usually during sleep, which occurs during puberty or in men who abstain for a long time.
If a man notices that the amount of these secretions and their nature have changed, he should see a doctor. Pathological 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 indicators of male discharge
During arousal, the discharge in men is of individual volume. If a person checks her health, then he knows his norm of him.
Physiologically, the amount of discharge increases with prolonged withdrawal from intimacy. In this case, they become thicker and more cloudy in color. Issuance rates:
- watery and transparent;
- the smell is not expressed;
- medium density.
Food, stress, chronic diseases, bad habits can influence the change in secretions.
Intimate hygiene rules for men:
- Use mild acid soap.
- Wash your genitals twice a day.
- Wash the glans by pulling the foreskin back.
- Avoid overheating of the testicles.
- Linen should be loose and made from natural fabrics.
Female discharge
Discharge in women during arousal is colloquially called lubrication. It looks like a clear, odorless liquid. The fluid is secreted by the epithelial glands of the vagina. And it also includes leukocyte cells and microorganisms, which are representatives of the normal microflora of the vagina.
Vaginal secretions are also secreted in the normal state, its amount is up to 5 ml per day. When excited, the amount increases due to the blood supply to the gonads. Depending on the physiological characteristics of the body, some girls have more, others less.
Discharge during arousal is a completely normal physiological phenomenon in females.
Thanks to the presence of lubrication, a comfortable penetration of the penis into the vagina is ensured. During ovulation, the composition of vaginal secretions changes to ensure conception.
Normal indicators of vaginal discharge
Female Discharge Rate:
- liquid, transparent;
- gelatinous during ovulation;
- a small amount that increases closer to ovulation and decreases after it;
- faint smell, without an unpleasant shade;
- do not irritate the vaginal mucosa or the skin of the external genital organs;
- not accompanied by subjective sensations.
During intercourse, the amount of mucous discharge from the vagina increases, a sign of arousal.
Hygienic rules for normalizing vaginal secretions:
- Use a special soap for intimate hygiene. The composition should include lactic acid to maintain the acid-base environment in the vagina.
- With a large amount of discharge, daily sanitary napkins are used, which are changed regularly.
- Wear linen from natural fabrics.
- It is recommended to wash twice a day.
Discharge from the human body means a lot. Usually, their presence indicates a state of health or about any pathologies, the development of diseases or infectious processes. In some cases, the discharge itself should be absent, for example, with a runny nose, it is obvious that the person is sick. Similarly with the discharge from the ears.
In the case of the reproductive system, everything is a little more complicated - from the genitals - their natural openings - they filter fluids, which in some cases are the norm, but in others they will serve as one of the symptoms of the disease. And sometimes discharge from the penis is the only symptom of a serious developing disease.
Physiological discharge on arousal
Libidinal urethrorrhea is a secret secreted by the sex glands. When excited, it appears in all men. The amount of secretion is small, it can be formed during intercourse. In some cases, the secret is highlighted in large volumes.
Norm or deviation?
How to determine if a normal amount of secretion is released during arousal? The physiology of all men can be different, and there are no norms for the volume of the secret. However, if a person noticed that for no reason the volume of the liquid has increased, has changed in consistency, smell and color, this is a sign of the presence of infection, inflammation, problems with the genitals and so on.
There may be exceptions to this situation. So, if a man has not had sexual intercourse for a long time, the secret increases in volume. It may be slightly thicker, more cloudy, but there should be no yellow tint, blood streaks and other changes. The maximum is a little turbidity.
A normal secret should have the following characteristics:
- lack of unpleasant smell;
- transparent color;
- the consistency of medium density.
Factors that can affect the characteristics of the secret:
- illnesses;
- eating habits (consumer products);
- abstinence from sexual activity;
- stress and incorrect lifestyle, weakening of the immune system.
In some cases, secretion of a secret on excitement provokes an act 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 secret secreted when excited by the urethral canal of the penis contains sperm. With their poor quality or with inflammation of the prostate gland, the sperm changes color. In this case, when excited, the fluid may not be released as usual.
Discharge during inflammation
If a man does not have sexually transmitted diseases, we are talking about an inflammatory process, more precisely, about the possible presence of him in the body.
The causative agents can be the following:
- streptococcus;
- candida;
- colibacillus;
- Staphylococcus aureus.
Inflammatory process in the urethra - a channel that allows the passage of fluids. In this case, the nature of the selection may be as follows:
- the presence of mucus;
- the presence of pus;
- viscosity;
- turbidity.
Treatment
Treatment can be prescribed by the attending physician.
Depending on the established disease, appropriate medications are prescribed. These are usually antibiotics, which are also different.
Some antibiotics fight sexually transmitted infections, others aim to suppress the pathogenic environment: candida and other fungal microorganisms.
Also, in the treatment of diseases, anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin complexes, concomitant medications and dietary supplements are prescribed, depending on the state of health and concomitant diseases.
Conclusion
Discharge from the penis, more precisely, from the urethral canal when excited, can have certain consequences if ignored.
What you need to know about arousal discharge:
- The normal state of the fluid secreted by the glans penis is transparent, white, without unpleasant odor, pus, blood.
- Disorders in the discharge can speak about the development of inflammatory processes associated with sexually transmitted infections and sexually transmitted diseases.
- The characteristics of the symptoms may depend on the duration of the development of the disease, its characteristics and the immunity of man.
In some cases, a change in discharge is normal if there are objective reasons for this: a change in diet, concomitant diseases, abstinence from sexual activity.