Discharge in men is a mucus fluid that forms in the foreskin from the urethra. Often such a physiological phenomenon becomes a reason for serious experiences, but not all discharge is related to the inflammatory process in the body. Some of them appear as a result of natural processes, indicating a normal state of health.
Physiological
Natural causes of urethral discharge in men:
- Residues of urine. Most light yellow, sometimes saturated color. Emission without odor and without cheesy formations;
- The secret behind the prostate. Has a semen odor. It is characterized by a slimy consistency of a light white hue;
- Ejaculate. This fluid is formed as a result of mixing of semen and secretion of the glands in the urogenital system, namely:
- urethra;
- prostate;
- bulbourethral.
As a result, a viscous mucus is released by a greyish hue;
- Smegma. It is visually determined by its rich white color, but in some cases the liquid has yellow or light green impurities.
The assignment of smegma is performed systematically. It is a kind of fat that is made up of bacteria and fat residues. Located in the foreskin and in the coronal sulcus. The main function of this lubricant is to reduce friction between the foreskin and the head. Abundance of these secretions is primarily due to puberty. In the future, the activity of the pruritic glands loses its intensity and stops completely 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 not washed off in time, the oxidation of fats begins and the breakdown of the protein part. This leads to an unpleasant odor 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 genitals.
In addition to the above, male physiological secretions may also include:
- urethrorrhea;
- prostatorrhea;
- discharge.
Prostatorrhea - mucus with grayish impurities. Contains a negligible amount of semen. Formed by prostate. Depending on its transparency, the condition of the prostate is determined. Due to the insignificant volume, these secretions are virtually invisible. They are usually formed as a result of muscle tension associated with urination or constipation. An increased level of such 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 causes of this phenomenon are the excess testosterone content. A man's age and the frequency of intercourse are not the least important either. In men, discharge can be during periods of abstinence - this is emission. 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 primarily associated with:
- possible sexually transmitted diseases
- malignant formations;
- various mechanical injuries (previous surgeries, other therapeutic interventions, injuries);
- inflammatory processes in the organs of the genitourinary system.
The most common criteria that determine the pathological nature of the discharge:
- The message of excessively abundant volume;
- Mostly cloudy with a mix of yellow or green;
- Typically contains lumps of mucus, pus or blood;
- Thick and sticky or on the contrary too liquid, watery;
- Has a sharp fermented milk or fish odor;
- Discharge appears after urination, sexual arousal, or after drinking alcohol;
- Tied to a specific time of day. They can be both one-time and periodic).
It is important to understand that it is impossible to determine the diagnosis independently of the nature of the discharge. This requires an appropriate, professional examination. The nature of the secreted fluid depends largely on the immune system and directly on the nature of the pathogen. 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 lean volume of secreted fluid. There are colorless with a viscous consistency. Using microscopic diagnostics, leukocytes are detected (the norm is 4 cells);
- Mucosa - purulent. These secretions also indicate chlamydia as well as ureaplasmosis and mycoplasmosis. With chlamydia, they are localized in the form of a kind of attachment to the head of the penis in 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 sharp smell of rot. Microscopic examination shows that the fluid contains epithelial cells secreted from the urethra. In addition, there is a significantly increased level of leukocytes. At the same time symptoms are severe cramps and burning during intercourse and during urination (mainly 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 lie in the vast majority of cases in their own conditionally pathogenic microflora. These are microorganisms whose activity is activated as a result of the weakening of the body's protective properties as a result of recent illnesses or on the background of intense psychoemotional stress. These microorganisms include:
- Candida fungi;
- streptococci and staphylococci;
- Escherichia coli.
They live on mucous membranes and on the surface of the skin. Their active reproduction is inhibited by the immune system. The factors that weaken it, leading to an uncontrolled population of harmful microorganisms, in addition to those previously listed, include:
- hypothermia;
- adverse effects of chemotherapy;
- radiation (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 fungus Candida. For this disorder, characteristic signs are itching and cramps during urination and ejaculation. It is determined visually by a muted smell of sour milk. In some cases, dull pain in the lower back and groin is possible. Candidiasis develops mainly as a result of 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 infection with thrush are rare. If curd discharge appears, it is necessary to consult an andrologist;
- Non-gonorrheal urethritis. Disease affecting the bladder. It is characterized by an unfulfilled urge to urinate frequently. Pain in the urethra is not as intense as in venous urethritis. A mucous 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. The discharge is moderate. Without the necessary and timely treatment, the infection affects the ureter and kidneys, as a result of which significant impurities in the blood appear in the discharge;
- Urethral gardnerellose. With this disease, discharge from the urethra in men is not significant. They are characterized by a sharp fishy odor. The color is predominantly light yellow, but a greenish hue is also possible. In some sources, this disease is interpreted solely as gendered, but infection of the male body with gardnerella is impossible! In fact, the reasons for the development of this disease lie mainly in the banal dysbiosis that developed during the violation of the immune properties of the body due to the previously mentioned factors. It is quite easy to treat with timely referral to qualified help. The therapy includes drugs to stimulate immune cells as well as an abundant amount of lactic acid bacteria aimed at correcting microflora;
- Prostatitis. Inflammation of the prostate. In the early stages, it is characterized by abundant discharge of a greyish hue. In the absence of proper therapeutic intervention, the disease develops into a chronic form and is much more difficult to treat. In this case, the amount of fluid released from the urethra is almost invisible and the color turns white. The main symptom of prostatitis is heaviness during urination and a weak erection. Neglected cases can threaten the development of anuria (lack of urinary excretion) and impotence;
- Balanoposthitis. It is an inflammation of the foreskin accompanied by edema. As a rule, this disease is characterized by abundant purulent discharge in men with lumps of mucus. In addition, redness of the foreskin and painful sensations of the head of the penis are observed.
Other things
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 systems (trauma, constant stress, congenital or acquired diseases of the spine, etc. ). Such emissions are typical of:
- Spermatorrhea - passive ejaculation, not associated with intercourse and not due to orgasm. The provocative factors are spinal cord injuries and regular stress. This physiological phenomenon is associated with a violation of innervation and a reduced tone of vas deferens;
- Hemorrhoids. Represents spotting. In most cases, the causes of the disease are mechanical damage to the urethra as a result of surgery or as a result of other therapeutic procedures (placement of a catheter, smearing from the lining of the genitals, etc. ). Hematorrhea 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. In addition, this phenomenon is observed with inflammation of the renal glomeruli, which is accompanied by edema and high blood pressure. There is also an increased level of protein in the urine.
- Prostatorrhea. 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 suspicious discharge from the urethra, accompanied by cuts, burns or itching, you should contact 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:
- Preliminary examination by a specialist in the genitals, namely the foreskin, head and perineum. The main task is to identify possible organ deformity, rash, discharge, inflammatory signs;
- Sensation of lymph nodes in the groin area and assessment of their condition. They can be:
- increased or within normal limits
- hotter or colder than nearby tissues;
- movable or not;
- hard or soft;
- whether the patient has painful sensations on palpation or not.
In addition, inguinal lymph nodes are examined for ulceration;
- Finger diagnosis of prostate. This study is through the rectum. In this case, fluid may be released from the urethra, which is necessary for microscopy. The adenoma is characterized by uniformly enlarged lobes in the prostate gland and felt tight cords. Irregular growth indicates the development of a malignant tumor. Discharge from the urethra during massage of blood with blood clots is a confirmatory factor. For the sake of the reliability of the study, it is recommended to refrain from urinating 1, 5 - 2 hours before the procedure;
- Complete blood count and prolonged urinalysis. Must give up on an empty stomach;
- Material examination (smears for microscopic examination and culture). A procedure that minimizes the risk of misidentification of a disease. Deviates in particular accuracy. A smeared smear under a microscope reveals all contents:
- bloody bodies;
- the presence of epithelium;
- fat components;
- non-venereal pathogens belonging to the conditioned pathogenic microflora.
- Ultrasound examination and computed tomography of the genitourinary system. As a rule, it serves to confirm or reject an already existing diagnosis.
The final diagnosis is only possible if there are finished results of a histological examination.
Prevention
There are a number of preventative recommendations. First and foremost, you should monitor your personal intimate hygiene. Neglect can lead to the development of many dangerous diseases. It is necessary to wash the glans of the penis daily using laundry soap and remove the accumulated smegma from the surface. The procedure should be performed twice a day (morning and evening). To avoid 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 identify and eliminate possible health problems in a timely manner.
Discharge from the genitals of men and women is the norm, but sometimes it can be about diseases. Often, pathological discharge becomes a warning of 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 on the head of the penis. Their number is small. They are removed subject to hygiene and do not cause discomfort. In the absence of hygiene or non-compliance, smegma accumulates under the foreskin and can lead to inflammatory diseases such as balanoposthitis.
Sperm is secreted in the process of ejaculation, it contains a sexual secret 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 discovers that the amount of these secretions and their nature has changed, he should consult 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 emissions
During arousal, discharge in men is individual in volume. If a person monitors his health, he knows his norm.
Physiologically, the amount of discharge increases with prolonged abstinence from intimacy. In this case, they become thicker and more cloudy in color. Emissions:
- aqueous and transparent;
- the smell is not expressed;
- medium density.
Food, stress, chronic diseases, bad habits can affect the change in secretion.
Intimate hygiene rules for men:
- Use neutral acid soap.
- Wash the genitals twice a day.
- Rinse shine by pulling back the foreskin.
- Avoid overheating of the testicles.
- Linen must be wide and made of natural fabrics.
Women's discharge
Discharge in women during arousal is colloquially called lubrication. It looks like a clear, odorless liquid. 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 excreted in the normal state, the amount is up to 5 ml per day. When aroused, the amount increases due to the blood supply to the gonads. Depending on the physiological characteristics of the body, some girls have more of it, others have less.
Discharge during arousal is a completely normal physiological phenomenon in women.
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 fertilization.
Normal indicators of vaginal secretions
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- liquid, transparent;
- jelly-like during ovulation;
- a small amount rising closer to ovulation and falling after it;
- faint odor, without an unpleasant shadow;
- does not irritate the vaginal mucosa or the skin of the external genitalia;
- not accompanied by subjective sensations.
During intercourse, the amount of mucus discharge from the vagina increases - a sign of arousal.
Hygiene rules for normalization of 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 hygiene pillows are used, which are changed regularly.
- Use linen of natural fabrics.
- It is recommended to wash yourself twice a day.
Discharge from the human body means a lot. Usually, their presence indicates a healthy condition or about any pathologies, 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 ill. Likewise with discharge from the ears.
In the reproductive system, everything is somewhat more complicated - from the genitals - their natural openings - liquids seep, which in some cases is 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 disease that develops.
Physiological discharge by voltage
Libidous urethrorrhea is a secretion secreted by the gonads. When tense, it appears in all men. The amount of secretion is small, it can form during intercourse. In some cases, the secret is highlighted in large volume.
Norm or deviation?
How is it determined whether a normal amount of secretion is released during arousal? All men's physiology can vary and there are no norms for secretion volume. However, if a person noticed that the amount of fluid increased for no reason, it changed its consistency, smell and color, this is a signal of the presence of infection, inflammation, problems with the genitals, etc.
There may be exceptions to this situation. So if a man has not had intercourse for a long time, the secret increases in volume. It may be a little thicker, more cloudy, but there must be no yellow tint, blood streaks and other changes. Maximum is a little ambiguity.
A normal secret should have the following properties:
- lack of unpleasant odor;
- transparent color;
- the consistency of medium density.
Factors that may affect the properties of the secret:
- diseases;
- dietary habits (consumed products);
- abstinence from sexual activity;
- stress and wrong lifestyle, weakening of the immune system.
In some cases, the secretion of a secretion by excitation elicits a stool. From a physiological point of view, this process is normal, although its formation should be rare.
It is important to remember that the secretion secreted when aroused from the urethra of the penis contains sperm. With their poor quality or with inflammation of the prostate, the sperm cell changes color. In this case, when agitated, the liquid cannot be released in the same way as usual.
Discharge during inflammation
If a man does not have sexually transmitted diseases, we are talking about an inflammatory process, more precisely, its possible presence in the body.
The causative agents may be as follows:
- streptococcus;
- candida;
- colibacillus;
- staphylococcus aureus.
Inflammatory process in the urethra - a channel that allows fluids to pass. In this case, the nature of the selection may be as follows:
- the presence of mucus;
- the presence of pus;
- tack;
- turbidity.
Treatment
The treatment can be prescribed by the attending physician.
Depending on the established disease, appropriate drugs are prescribed. These are usually antibiotics, which are also different.
Some antibiotics fight sexually transmitted infections, others are aimed at suppressing the pathogenic environment - candida and other fungal microorganisms.
Also in the treatment of diseases are prescribed anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin complexes, concomitant drugs and supplements depending on the state of health and concomitant diseases.
Conclusion
Discharge from the penis, more precisely, from the urethral canal when aroused, can have certain consequences if ignored.
What you need to know about discharge by arousal:
- The normal state of the fluid secreted from the glans penis is transparent, white, without an unpleasant odor, pus, blood.
- Disorders of discharge may indicate the development of inflammatory processes associated with sexually transmitted infections as well as sexually transmitted diseases.
- The characteristics of the symptoms may depend on the duration of the development of the disease, its characteristics and the man's immunity.
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.