The discharge of a man's genital organ can tell about his male health, the presence of diseases of the genitourinary system. Often, a discharge is the only or one of the symptoms of a serious illness; therefore, you need to be very careful with them, watch for changes in color, smell, consistency, and so on.
Discharges from the male genital organ refer to all discharges from the urethra, sebaceous and cutaneous glands, prostate ducts, and ejaculatory duct.
Depending on the nature of their occurrence, they are divided into physiological and pathological.
The latter arises as a result of the development of an infectious, inflammatory or other disease of the prostate, bladder or other organ of the genitourinary system.
Urethrorrhea
In most cases, the clear discharge in men is libidinal or physiological urethralrhoea. This is the secret of the transparent color that is secreted by the urethral glands. The secret flows from the urethra, usually at the time of excitement. The purpose of secretion is to lubricate the ducts before passing sperm.
The amount of urethrorrhea excreted may be negligible or quite abundant. It depends on the period of sexual abstinence, as well as the individual characteristics of the man. After prolonged abstinence from sexual intercourse, a small amount of sperm may be released along with the urethra, which will change color.
It is noteworthy that, in the case where the secretion value exceeds the usual one, it is necessary to consult a doctor, as this phenomenon may indicate the development of the disease.
smegma
Smegma, also called prepucial lubricant, is secreted by glands located in the foreskin. The purpose of the secret is to reduce friction between the glans and foreskin. Smegma constantly stands out. During puberty it can be more, in old age - less.
Smegma is made up of fat and bacteria. It accumulates under the inner layer of the foreskin. If you follow daily hygiene procedures, the secret will easily be erased.
From there, it changes color from transparent white to yellow or green. An unpleasant odor appears.
Sperm
Sperm refers to the physiological secretions of the male genital organ. Normally, sperm is a mixture of secretions from the gonads and sperm, secreted during sexual intercourse or masturbation.
Though men are also faced with the involuntary secretion of sperm, which is called wet dreams. Most often, they occur in teenage boys, when puberty occurs or with prolonged abstinence.
Involuntary ejaculation occurs at night or in the morning as it is associated with testosterone production.
Natural male discharge also includes urine, which may be clear, yellow, or light brown, and secretions from the prostate. The specific smell of sperm will help to distinguish prostatorrhea.
The secretion is thick and whitish.
Changes in the amount of secretion, its color and odor, as well as the appearance of cloudiness or mucus can be the first symptoms of prostatitis or cancer.
Arousal discharge in men is secreted by the sex glands.
- Cooper's glands. They are located above the spongy body bulb of a man's penis. This is an organ paired with a spherical shape. It is impossible to palpate (feel) these glands unless they are inflamed and enlarged. Cooper's glands have excretory ducts that open into the urethra. That's where they secrete their secret during sexual arousal. This is due to the contraction of the muscles in the perineum.
- Littre glands. Small glands located throughout the urethra. Available in men and women. Designed to hydrate the urethra and maintain an alkaline reaction to it. In some men, these glands are absent, which is not a pathology as it does not significantly affect sexual and reproductive function.
Different men release a different volume of fluid with arousal. It depends on several factors:
- activity of the sex glands;
- the age of the man;
- the degree of sexual arousal;
- duration of sexual arousal;
- the duration of abstinence before the planned intercourse.
Some men don't flush when they're excited. In other members of the stronger sex, up to 5 ml of precum can be observed for a short period of time before intercourse.
An erection is accompanied by the release of pre-ejaculated mucus, directly by ejection of sperm, and also in the secretions there may be a small amount of a constantly produced secretion produced by the gland near the glans of the penis, the smegma.
Physiological norms are determined by the nature and amount of secretion, its physical indicators, as well as the absence of painful and unpleasant sensations in the urethra and head of the penis.
- Pre-ejaculated - colorless, transparent, practically odorless and of medium viscosity consistency. Its secretion is not accompanied by pain, does not cause discomfort and does not interfere with sexual intercourse. The amount of gelatinous mucus directly depends on the degree of arousal: the more lubrication is present before the onset of intimacy, the stronger the erection and the brighter the sensation during orgasm.
- Sperm is a product produced by the sex glands and normally begins to be secreted at the height of arousal with a full erection. Contains sperm, protein structures, biologically active substances. Usually white to milky in color, consistency is moderately sticky and has a specific odor. The amount depends very much on the nature of the man's diet, the degree of his sexual activity, and the frequency of intimate contact. Sperm is expelled during ejaculation from the urethra and its advancement facilitates the presence of lubrication. After ejaculation, the erection weakens and disappears under normal conditions.
- The smegma is constantly secreted and accumulates in the folds that cover the glans of the penis, so that a small amount of it is contained in all secretions - a man's lubricant, urine and sperm. It is a greasy substance with a whitish hue, quite thick and dense in appearance. The release of smegma is intensified when wearing tight underwear, rare water procedures, with nutritional errors. It is a habitat and breeding ground for bacteria, so it must be removed regularly. Subject to personal hygiene, smegma is almost invisible and does not cause human discomfort. When erect, it penetrates the lubricant and semen, changing its color and consistency.
Under normal conditions, all secretions during erection are physiological in nature, do not cause disturbances and do not cause concern in men regarding appearance, color, smell and quantity. Problems arise when structures with unusual features start to stand out.
A man can independently assess the degree of correspondence between the discharge during arousal and the occurrence of an erection. The main evaluation criteria are the absence of strong and unpleasant odor and impurities, transparent or whitish tones, moderate density.
With small deviations from the norm, it should also be taken into account that the nature of normal secretion depends on the frequency of sexual intercourse, with rare connections, the amount of secretion increases. Norms for the amount of fluid released depend on the degree of excitation and are also determined by individual characteristics.
The pungent smell of erectile secretion doesn't always indicate an illness. Eating salty, smoked and spicy foods can cause a change. The presence of bad habits in man reduces the amount of fluid released during an erection and also worsens biochemical and biological indicators.
Parents of teenagers should prepare future men for the fact that at this age nocturnal erections and emissions will begin, which will be accompanied by secretions. This is normal, shouldn't cause anxiety or fear, and has nothing to do with the guy's prohibited actions.
The volume of fluid that must be released in a man's state of excitement is different. The physiology of the body affects a lot. Everyone knows that they measure if they take care of themselves regularly. However, if there is a change in the amount and nature of mucus, it is important to consult a doctor. Having discovered the reason in a timely manner, you can really avoid problems. In most cases, these changes signal pathology, although there are exceptions.
If a man has not had sex for a long time, the secretion during erection increases significantly. Also, they become thicker than normal. And it looks a little darker. In this case, it is important that there is no yellow color and blood elements. The norm of a man's secrecy during arousal must correspond to the following characteristics:
- transparent watery color;
- without a pronounced unpleasant odor;
- medium density.
It is important to consider that this male rise is influenced by lifestyle and physical ailments. If a gentleman abstains from intimacy with a woman for too long, it will certainly affect selection. Bad habits and eating habits are also risk factors. Constant stress and emotional breakdowns lead to a weakened immune system and weakness in the body.
Sometimes, secretion from the penis with strong excitement causes bowel movements. From a physiological point of view, this is the norm. But the situation shouldn't be a frequent occurrence.
A natural reaction to non-compliance with intimate hygiene is the appearance of smegma. This special type of secretion occurs in the skin folds near the head of a man's penis. Smegma usually causes inflammation or infections.
why mucus is formed
Under normal conditions, the secretion in men when an erection occurs is associated with the formation and release of pre-ejaculation - a clear viscous liquid in a small amount. This has nothing to do with premature ejaculation, and the purpose of the lubricant is to neutralize the acidic environment in the urethra and vagina.
Nature has established that the purpose of intercourse is the process of fertilization, and certain conditions are necessary for the normal movement and maintenance of sperm. It is to create the ideal environment that a transparent secret is allocated. A small amount of sperm is contained in the pre-ejaculation, which should be considered to prevent an unplanned pregnancy.
Mucus secretion occurs during erection during foreplay with a partner, with spontaneous morning and evening excitement and masturbation. The second purpose of pre-ejaculation is to lubricate the mucous membrane of the urethra to facilitate the release and passage of sperm, so that the ejaculation process is not accompanied by unpleasant and painful sensations.
Thus, the discharge during erection of a small amount of moderately viscous and completely transparent mucus is absolutely normal, indicating the correct functioning of the genitourinary system and a good level of potency.
Male Lubricant Functions
Pathological discharge
A man should be alerted to the appearance of an unnatural type of discharge:
- color change, the formation of shades of green, yellow, dirty gray may indicate the presence of pathogenic bacterial flora;
- lumps, sand, the appearance of clots in the form of white flakes indicates the possible presence of sexually transmitted diseases;
- blood in the urine or semen is a bad sign and may indicate the presence of damage or progression of the cancer;
- the pus impurities indicate with absolute precision inflammatory processes in the genitourinary system;
- pain, burning, discomfort, unpleasant odor and itching are detected both in skin lesions and infections and in non-compliance with basic personal hygiene;
- Increased discomfort during urination is often associated with the development of an extensive inflammatory process.
It is risky to look for the cause of the change in the composition of the penile secretion for you. The man needs to see a doctor as soon as possible to make a complete diagnosis and eliminate the source of the problem. It is forbidden to start taking medications, mainly from the group of antibacterials and anti-inflammatory drugs, to eliminate the symptoms.
What if there is excessive discharge?
First, make sure it's exactly pre-ejaculation. The liquid should be:
- completely transparent;
- odorless;
- devoid of impurities of pus and blood.
If the secretion has recently appeared, or its number has increased dramatically recently, this could indicate an inflammatory process in the genitals. Don't wait for other symptoms to appear - many genital infections have a subclinical course, without significant subjective signs. You should see a doctor and remove a swab from the urethra for sexually transmitted infections.
There are also herbal preparations that exhibit similar activity against the 5-alpha reductase enzyme. The most commonly used extract from the dwarf palm. There are many drugs in the pharmacy containing this component.
Can you get an infection?
There is an opinion that it is only possible to become infected with a sexually transmitted infection from a man if sexual intercourse ended with ejaculation in the woman's vagina. In fact, some pathogens are found at higher concentrations in semen (eg HIV). However, most microorganisms live in a man's urethra and are therefore able to penetrate a woman's vagina even if sexual intercourse does not end with ejaculation.
Hospital discharge, when excited, also contains cells of infectious agents. First, because they pass through the bacterial urethra. Second, the glands themselves may be involved in the inflammatory process. Littre's glands are almost always affected in gonorrhea. Cooper's glands are also frequently targeted by pathogenic microorganisms.
Conclusion
The presence of normal discharge during the onset of an erection in men is something of a health indicator. It is important to understand the limits of the standard and, in case of alarming deviations, seek medical attention in a timely manner. In no case should you self-medicate.
Is it possible to get pregnant?
You cannot get pregnant with male lubrication. Does not contain sperm. Even if there are single sperm cells in it, it won't cause pregnancy. To conceive a child, the biological fluid that a man secretes into the vagina must contain at least 40 million sperm.
An exception is when a man has had sex recently. So some sperm may remain in your genital tract. She manages to enter the vagina along with pre-ejaculation, which pushes sperm during the next intercourse.
It is also dangerous for a man to stop orgasm if he has virtually no pleasant sensations during ejaculation. In this case, pre-ejaculation can be confused with ejaculation, resulting in an unwanted pregnancy. However, the secretion itself in men, which is seen during their sexual arousal before ejaculation, is not dangerous from this point of view.