When the penis is excited, a small amount of fluid is expelled from the urethra. This is a normal phenomenon inherent in almost all healthy men. As the disease progresses, the consistency and volume of the lubricant changes. Bad smell, pain, or burning when urinating or having an erection. Such a clinical situation requires a person's special attention as it can pose a health risk.
The excretion of men during arousal is called pre-ejaculation. It protrudes from the urethral opening the moment the guy gets excited. The precursors are secreted by the bulbourethral and Littre glands, which are located throughout the duct, from the external opening to the bladder neck.
Distribution during male arousal performs the following functions:
- Provides free passage of semen through the urethra;
- destroy bacteria;
- Moisturizes and suppresses the acidic environment in the urethra.
The precursor is also able to act as a lubricant during sexual intercourse, but in most cases the amount dispensed is not sufficient to do so. Pre-ejaculation is one of the components of semen. It enters the semen during ejaculation, mixes with the seed, and protects the sperm from the acidic environment of a woman's vagina.
In the photo above, the male discharges healthy secretions when excited.
The amount of ejaculate depends directly on how excited the man is. Intense libido reaches maximum concentration. The normal amount of fluid is 5 ml.
Some representatives of the strong sex are biologically incapable of secreting lubricants. The absence of preterm labor during an erection reduces the ability to conceive.
A healthy pre-ejaculate is characterized by:
- lack of odor;
- transparency;
- viscosity;
- no lumps or inclusions;
- Does not cause discomfort or pain.
The pre-seed performs a cleaning function, so its consistency can be changed. Lubricant clouding has been observed by men after repeated sexual contact, unsanitary conditions, or before ejaculation. She will be back to normal in 1-2 days. Otherwise, the development of a pathogenic process should be suspected.
Pathological mucus secretions in men differ from healthy ones in color, odor, and consistency. They are almost always accompanied by discomfort.
Symptoms that indicate a lubricant that deviates from the norm:
- fluid from the urethra during the day;
- an unpleasant odor;
- pain when urinating;
- Excessive mucus formation;
- Arbitrary release of lubricant without sexual arousal;
- the presence of third party inclusions;
- Consistency changes to too thick or liquid.
These signs are characteristic of the pathological process that indicates the development of the disease.
Unhealthy secretions in men are divided into the following categories:
| type | describe |
|---|---|
| nocturnal emission | Semen that does not climax flows voluntarily. The reason for this process is a decrease in the tone of the vas deferens muscles. Pathology develops due to chronic inflammation |
| blood leak | Isolates lubricants and blood impurities. urethral mucosal injury |
| urethral leakage of white blood cells | The exudative phase of the inflammatory process caused by thermal, mechanical, chemical or viral effects on the urethral mucosa |
| mucopurulent | They consist of small amounts of white blood cells, serous fluid, and glandular secretions. This mucus is characterized by its active formation at night. A man noticed pus discharge in the morning and yellow spots could be found on his underwear. Mucopurulent discharge from bacterial infection of the urethra: Trichomonas, Ureaplasma, Chlamydia |
| Purulent | They include large amounts of white blood cells, urothelium, mucus and serous fluid. They have a thick consistency and an unpleasant smell. They appear as droplets with a yellow or green hue. Indicates the development of gonococcal urethritis formed on the background of chlamydia and gonorrhea |
The amount of mucus secreted can be both abundant and low. Poor lubrication is hard to notice. To do this, you have to press on the urethra so that the fluid comes out of the hole. It dries quickly and forms a thin film on the membrane of the glans. The sticky consistency causes the urethral sponge to stick.
The appearance of secrets secreted from the human body illustrates both norms and deviations. For example, a runny nose or otitis media, the presence of fluid clearly indicates disease. The human reproductive system is much more complex. Men's secretions during arousal can report normal health and vice versa, indicating the development of disease.
Should men have discharge during sexual arousal?
In men, the appearance of mucus in the urethra is a natural and necessary process in some cases. During an erection, a few drops of clear discharge will appear. They are called pre-semen, and this physiological phenomenon is completely normal.
The amount of mucus production is entirely dependent on the characteristics of the male body, and certain characteristics must be met to be considered the norm. In particular, there should not be too much density, color, special smell.
Secrets arise in the following situations that lead to an erection:
- masturbation;
- partner's erotic touch;
- intimate thoughts.
The frequency of this phenomenon also depends on the characteristics of the reproductive system. Some people develop discharges with every arousal, while others observe them infrequently.
From a medical expert's point of view, the presence of exudate during sexual arousal promotes conception - it acts as an additional conductor for sperm on the way to the egg and reduces the acidity level of a woman's vagina, thereby destroying the sperm. Therefore, theSecretions are actively involved in the fertilization process and are considered an important mechanism in the male reproductive system.
Why is this happening?
Doctors haven't fully determined the cause of penile fluid leakage, but it has been shown that men releasing lubricant during arousal can help facilitate the withdrawal of the genital head from the folds without causing harm or damage. Care must be taken to observe the hygiene of the intimate area, as the secreted fluid is an excellent breeding ground for pathogenic bacteria.
It is important to note that prolonged abstinence can cause more discharge and the secret ingredient to become thicker and cloudier. It is necessary to ensure that no color changes, blood stains and unpleasant odors appear. Some doctors believe that the fluid appears because the body is preparing for intimacy with a woman.
Pathological discharge can appear for a variety of reasons:
- Improper nutrition, especially the use of sour, spicy and pickled vegetables;
- Inflammatory processes caused by pathogenic bacteria;
- STDs;
- Complications that accompany surgery or injury;
- Tumor Pathology.
various secretions
Several types of discharges are normal, as long as they are not accompanied by other signs.
However, if a specific smell, itching, fever, pain in the groin or penis are contributing factors, then this is already a reason to be concerned and contact a urologist.
Specification-related discharge types
Absolute normality and naturalness are the secrets of the three types of production and flow.
- Libido urethra. A secret recipe with lubricating action. It looks like a liquid of clear consistency and has no odor. Comes in a small volume without causing inconvenience. It contains a small amount of sperm, however, during unprotected sex, a partner's pregnancy may occur;
- spergma. White secrets, sometimes with a yellowish tinge, often smell bad. The secretion of fluid is provided by glands located under the foreskin. Her presence does not indicate pathology, but shows that the man ignored the rules of personal hygiene;
- sperm. White mucous consistency liquid. Ejaculation from the urethra during orgasm. Contains a high percentage of sperm and secretions.
mucus-containing secretions
Often heralds the occurrence of STDs. If the viscosity of the secret increases but remains transparent, the following diseases may be present:
Additionally, the disease is confirmed by the presence of high levels of white blood cells in a blood test.
The milky mucous sector with purulent streaks is accompanied by the following diseases:
In the presence of these conditions, the fluid can also be released in a calm state, after which it sticks to the head of the penis and dries out.
Purulent discharge
Evidence of gonorrhea. The resulting liquid was yellow with a green tinge and an unpleasant odor. The consistency is thick and sticky. When analyzed secretly, significant levels of white blood cells were detected.
Inflamed secretions
Inflammatory diseases that alter the composition of secretions are caused by:
- staphylococcus;
- Escherichia coli;
- Candida;
- Streptococcus.
When nongonococcal urethritis - inflammation of the urethra occurs, the secretions are characterized by:
- Turbidity and stickiness;
- the presence of mucus;
- Purulent content.
Accompanied by soreness, discomfort, and itching.
A disease of the foreskin, balanoposthitis, characterized by a profuse discharge with a large amount of purulent content. There is redness, swelling, severe pain.
Prostatitis is characterized by the secretion of mucus mixed with pus. Other symptoms - pain, decreased erectile function, frequent urge to empty the bladder.
To identify candidiasis, it is enough to study the photos, which reveal its secret features. It has the consistency of cheese, and this fungal disease is accompanied by red, unbearable itching of the glans.
excreted with blood
Secrets containing blood require the most careful attention. Similar signs indicate:
- Infectious diseases, especially chronic infectious urethritis;
- Injury to the urethra during medical procedures;
- removal of sand and stones from the kidneys, and to a greater extent blood is evident during urination;
- Malignant tumors in prostate, ovary, genitals. In this case, the discharge contains brown or dark blood, usually in the form of a clot.
Norm or Bias?
A clear sign of pathology is the appearance of mucus, pus, discoloration, fishy or sour taste, stickiness or cloudiness.
- average density;
- transparency;
- Lack of smell.
With small changes in color and consistency, it's important to analyze the following:
- your own sex life, whether there are casual and unprotected relationships;
- Factors leading to a decline in the body's protective function;
- possible changes to the general menu;
- The presence of comorbidities.
Do I need to see a doctor?
Seeing a doctor right away requires an unusual secret from a man. Any changes in fluid structure and color need to be examined to determine what caused such violations.
Diagnostic measures include:
- sperm map;
- urethral smear;
- Ultrasound examination of the organs of the genitourinary system;
- Urine sampling for general analysis;
- Clinical blood test.
Based on the diagnosis, a treatment plan is developed for the underlying disease causing the appearance of the pathological exudate. Ignoring these signs can lead to worsening health and the transformation of the disease into a chronic form that is difficult to treat. A timely visit to a urologist can allow you to deal with the disease quickly and stay healthy in the long term.
Pre-semen (or Cooper's) is a clear, colorless, viscous pre-semen that is released from the urethra of a man's penis to the outside when he becomes sexually aroused. Pre-ejaculation is unavoidable during human intercourse. This secret is also secreted by men when masturbating, in preparation for intercourse (e. g. stroking) or during the early stages of mating (sometime before the man reaches full orgasm and ejaculation).
Origin of precum
The precursor is mainly formed by the bulbourethral glands (Cooper's glands) and Littre's glands.
Littre's glands are additional sites that form the presemen. These are the grape-shaped tubular alveolar glands of the urethra, located along its entire length, from the external opening to the bladder neck, in the submucosa, fibromuscular, and connective tissue layers. They secrete and excrete mucus, the amount of which increases with sexual arousal. Along with the secretion of Cooper's glands, the secretion of Lite's glands also functions to wet the urethra, maintaining an alkaline reaction that favors sperm as it passes through the urethra.
Pre-ejaculate volume expelled
The amount of pre-semen a man produces varies from person to person. Some people do not excrete presemen, while in others it reaches a volume of 5 ml. Pre-seeds contain many of the chemicals present in seeds, such as acid phosphatase. And some seed markers, such as γ-glutamyltransferase, were completely absent from the pre-seed.
Functions performed by the pre-seed
The acidic environment of the male urethra and female vagina is not good for male semen. Presemen neutralizes residual acidity in the urethra caused by urine, which creates a more favorable environment for the passage of seeds. Normally, the vaginal environment is acidic; introduction of presemen prior to ejaculation may alter the vaginal environment to promote seed survival. Precum can absorb semen left in the urethra from previous ejaculation. Semen does not act as a lubricant during intercourse, but facilitates the passage of sperm through the duct during ejaculation and is also involved in the coagulation of the seed.
Risks associated with ancestral isolation
Studies have shown that HIV is present in most presemen samples from HIV-infected men. Infection with the immunodeficiency virus causes HIV infection, the final stage of which is called AIDS. Many also expressed concern that sperm could not be found in semen and therefore would not lead to pregnancy, a fact they used to object to the use of intercourse interruption (removal of the penis) as a method of preventing pregnancy. Large-scale studies have not been conducted to determine the amount of sperm in semen, but some small studies have shown the presence of sperm in semen. Pre-semen released after a recent ejaculation is also likely to contain sperm, as there will always be some ejaculate in the duct after an orgasm.
increased preembryogenesis
Some men are concerned about the amount of pre-semen they produce. One doctor described a patient who was baffled by the fact that fore fluid seeped into his pants during kissing and other mild erotic stimulation. When these men were treated with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, some reports showed satisfactory results. In this case, a doctor recommends differential diagnosis of prostate secretions during strain associated with enlarged prostate, urination, or defecation.
religious attitude
For Sunni Muslims, purifying rituals are required to excrete the presemen during the corresponding sleep period.