When the penis is aroused, a small amount of fluid is released from the urethra. This is a normal phenomenon that is characteristic of almost all healthy men. As the disease progresses, the consistency and volume of the lubricant change. There is an unpleasant odor, a feeling of pain or tingling when urinating or getting an erection. Such a clinical picture requires special attention of the person, because there is a danger to health.
Excretion during arousal in men is called preejaculate. It comes out of the opening of the urethra at the moment when the guy is excited. The presemen secretes bulbourethral glands and Littre’s glands, which are located throughout the canal, from the external opening to the bladder neck.
Extractions during arousal in men perform the following functions:
- ensure free passage of seminal fluid through the urethra;
- destroy bacteria;
- moisturize and suppress the acidic environment in the urethra.
Premen is also able to act as a lubricant during intercourse, but in most cases the allocated amount will not be enough for that. Pre-ejaculate is one of the components of semen. It enters the semen during ejaculation, mixes with the semen, which allows you to protect the sperm from the acidic environment of a woman's vagina.
The photo above shows a healthy discharge in men when they are aroused.
The volume of the pre-ejaculate directly depends on the degree of arousal of the type. Maximum concentration is achieved by strong sexual desire. The normal amount of liquid is 5 ml.
Some members of the stronger sex are not physiologically able to secrete lubricant. The absence of pre-semen during erection reduces the possibility of conception.
Healthy preejaculate has the following characteristics:
- lack of odor;
- transparency;
- viscosity;
- lack of lumps or inclusions;
- does not cause discomfort or pain.
The pre-seed performs cleaning functions so that its consistency can be changed. A man may notice clouding of the lubricant during repeated sexual contact, lack of hygiene, or before ejaculation. It will return to normal in 1-2 days. Otherwise, the development of a pathogenic process should be suspected.
Pathological secretions of mucus in men differ from healthy ones in color, smell and consistency. They are almost always accompanied by discomfort.
Symptoms that indicate a deviation of the lubricant from the norm:
- the appearance of fluid from the urethra during the day;
- the appearance of an unpleasant odor;
- pain when urinating;
- production of excessive amounts of mucus;
- arbitrary release of lubricant without sexual arousal;
- the presence of third party involvement;
- change in consistency to too thick or liquid.
These signs are characteristic of pathological processes that indicate the development of the disease.
Unhealthy discharge in men is divided into types:
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Spermatorrhea | Voluntary semen flow without reaching orgasm. The cause of the process is reduced vascular muscle tone. Pathology develops due to chronic inflammation |
| Hematorrhea | Isolation of lubricants with blood impurities. It occurs in injuries of the mucous membrane of the urethra |
| Leukocyte urethrosis | Exudative phase of the inflammatory process caused by thermal, mechanical, chemical or viral damage to the urethral mucosa |
| Mucopurulent | They consist of a small number of leukocytes, serous fluid and glandular secretions. This mucus is characterized by active creation at night. The man notices a discharge of pus in the morning, and yellow spots can be found on his underwear. Mucopurulent discharge occurs when the urethra is affected by bacteria: Trichomonas, ureamycoplasma, chlamydia |
| Purulent | They include a large number of leukocytes, urethral epithelium, mucus and serous fluid. They have a thick consistency and an unpleasant odor. They appear in the form of drops that have a yellow or greenish tinge. They indicate the development of gonococcal urethritis, which is formed on the background of chlamydia and gonorrhea |
The amount of mucus secreted can be copious and small. It can be quite difficult to spot poor lubrication. To do this, you need to press on the urethra so that the fluid comes out of the hole. It dries quickly, forming a film on the membrane of the glans penis. The viscous consistency leads to the adhesion of the urethral sponges.
The appearance of a secret extracted from the human body informs both of the norm and of the deviations. For example, in a runny nose or otitis media, the appearance of fluid clearly indicates a disease. The human reproductive system is much more complex. Discharge in men during arousal may report a normal state of health, or vice versa, signal the development of the disease.
Should men have discharge during sexual arousal?
In men, the appearance of mucus in the urethra is in some cases a natural and necessary process. When an erection occurs, a clear discharge in the amount of a few drops appears. They are called pre-seminal fluid, such physiological phenomena are completely normal.
The amount of mucus secretion depends entirely on the characteristics of the male body and must meet certain characteristics in order to be considered the norm. In particular, there should be no excessive density, color, specific odors.
The appearance of secretions occurs in the following cases that lead to an erection:
- Masturbation;
- Sexual caressing of a partner;
- Thoughts of intimacy.
The frequency of this phenomenon also depends on the characteristics of the reproductive system. Some men encounter discharge with each arousal, others notice it extremely rarely.
From the point of view of medical specialists, the presence of exudates during sexual arousal stimulates conception - it plays the role of an additional conductor for sperm in the process of reaching the egg and reduces the acidity of the female vagina, which destroys sperm. . Accordingly, secretions from the genital organ are actively involved in the process of fertilization and are considered an important mechanism of the male reproductive system.
Why is this happening?
Doctors have not fully determined the cause of fluid leakage from the penis, however, it has been proven that the release of lubricant in men during arousal helps to facilitate the exit of the head of the reproductive organ from the folds without injury or damage. It is necessary to pay close attention to intimate hygiene, the secreted fluid is a great place for the reproduction of pathogenic bacteria.
It is important to note that prolonged abstinence causes a much more abundant discharge, and the composition of the secretion becomes thicker and turbid. It is necessary to ensure that there is no change in color, traces of blood and unpleasant odor. Some doctors believe that fluid occurs because the body prepares for intimacy with a woman.
Pathological discharge can occur for various reasons:
- Improper diet, especially the use of pickles, spices, pickles;
- Inflammatory processes caused by pathogenic bacteria;
- venereal diseases;
- Accompanying complications after surgery or injury;
- Oncological pathologies.
Types of secretions
Several types of discharge are normal, provided they are not accompanied by additional signs.
However, if a specific smell, itching, fever, pain in the groin or in the penis become a contributing factor, then that is already a reason for concern and contacting a urologist.
Types of discharge related to the norm
Absolutely normal and natural are 3 types of produced and liquid secrets.
- Libidinous urethrosis. A secret that has a lubricating function. It looks like a liquid of transparent consistency, odorless. It appears in small quantities, does not cause discomfort. It contains a small amount of sperm, however, unprotected sex can lead to pregnancy of the partner;
- Spegma. The whitish secret, sometimes has a yellowish tinge, often smells unpleasant. The secretion of fluid is provided by the glands that are located under the skin. Her appearance does not indicate pathology, but it does indicate that the man neglects the rules of personal hygiene;
- Sperm. White fluid of mucous consistency. Ejection occurs from the urethra during orgasm. It contains a high percentage of sperm and secretions.
Secrets containing mucus
They often indicate the appearance of sexually transmitted diseases. In cases where the secretion has increased viscosity but remains transparent, the following diseases are likely to be present:
Also, the problems are confirmed by the presence of high levels of leukocytes in blood tests.
The mucous compartments of the milky light with purulent streaks accompany diseases such as:
In the presence of these pathologies, the fluid can also be released at rest, after which it sticks to the head of the penis and dries.
Purulent discharge
Proof of gonorrhea. The resulting liquid is yellow with a greenish tinge and an unpleasant odor. The consistency is thick and sticky. When analyzed secretly, significant leukocyte levels are detected.
Discharge during inflammation
Inflammatory diseases that change the composition of secretions are caused by:
- Staphylococcus;
- inches;
- Candida fungus;
- Streptococcus.
When non-gonococcal urethritis - inflammation of the urethral canal, the secreted fluid is characterized by:
- Turbidity and stickiness;
- Presence of mucus;
- Purulent contents.
It is accompanied by pain, discomfort, itching.
The disease of the foreskin, balanoposthitis, is characterized by a copious discharge containing much purulent contents. There is redness, swelling, severe pain.
Prostatitis is characterized by the secretion of mucus mixed with pus. Additional symptoms - pain, decreased erectile function, frequent urge to empty the bladder.
In order to determine candidiasis, it is enough to study a photograph that shows its secret characteristic. It has the consistency of fresh cheese, this form of mycosis is accompanied by redness of the glans penis, unbearable itching.
Discharge with blood
The secret that contains blood requires the most careful attention. Similar signs indicate:
- Infectious diseases, especially chronic infectious urethritis;
- Injury of the urethral canal during medical procedures;
- Removal of sand and stones from the kidneys, to a greater extent the blood is noticeable during urination;
- Malignant formations in the prostate, ovaries, genitals. In this case, the discharge contains brown or dark blood, often in the form of clots.
Norm or deviation?
An unequivocal sign of pathology is the presence of mucus, pus, discoloration, fishy or sour smell, the appearance of stickiness or turbidity.
- Average density;
- Transparency;
- Lack of smell.
With minor changes in color and consistency, it is important to analyze:
- Own sex life, presence or absence of occasional and unprotected relationships;
- Factors that contribute to the reduction of the body's protective functions;
- Possible changes in the usual menu;
- Presence of comorbidity.
Should I see a doctor?
An urgent visit to the doctor requires a secret that is not characteristic of a man. Any changes in the structure and color of the fluid require examination to identify the factors that lead to such violations.
Diagnostic measures include:
- spermogram;
- Urethral canal swab;
- Ultrasound examination of the organs of the genitourinary system;
- Urine sampling for general analysis;
- Clinical blood test.
Based on the diagnostic results, a treatment regimen for the underlying disease that caused the appearance of the pathological exudate is prescribed. Ignoring such signs leads to a worsening of well-being and the transition of the disease into a chronic form that is difficult to treat. A timely visit to the urologist will allow you to quickly deal with the disease and maintain health for a longer period.
Pre-ejaculate (pre-semen or Cooper's fluid) is a clear, colorless, viscous pre-seminal fluid that is released from the urethra of the male penis when it enters a state of sexual arousal. Pre-ejaculate is inevitable during sexual intercourse in humans. This secret is also secreted by the man during masturbation, in preparation for sexual intercourse (eg cuddling), or in the early phase of copulation, shortly before the man reaches full orgasm and ejaculates.
Origin pre-cum
Premen is formed mainly by the bulbouretral glands (Cooper's glands), as well as Littre's glands.
Littre’s glands are an additional site for presmen formation. These are the clustered tubular-alveolar glands of the urethra, located along their entire length, from the outer opening to the neck of the bladder, in the submucosal, fibromuscular, and connective tissues. They secrete and excrete mucous fluid, the amount of which increases with sexual arousal. Along with Cooper's gland secretion, Littre's gland secretion also serves to moisten the urethra, to maintain an alkaline reaction favorable to sperm during their passage through the urethra.
The amount of preejaculate excreted
The amount of pre-seminal fluid secreted by a man varies greatly among individuals. Some men do not excrete the object, while in others its volume reaches 5 ml. Pre-seed contains a number of chemicals present in the seed, such as acid phosphatase. And some semen markers, such as gamma-glutamyltransferase, are completely absent in the pre-seed.
The function performed by preseed
The acidic environment of the male urethra and female vagina is hostile to the male semen. Presemen neutralizes residual acidity in the urethra caused by urine, which creates a more favorable environment for the passage of semen. Normally, the vaginal environment is acidic; the introduction of premenses before ejaculation can change the vaginal environment to favor semen survival. The precum can pick up sperm left in the urethra from previous ejaculations. Presemen does not act as a lubricant during intercourse, but facilitates the passage of sperm through the canal during ejaculation, and also participates in coagulation of semen.
Risks associated with Presemen isolation
Studies have shown the presence of HIV in most pre-sex samples from HIV-infected men. Infection with the immunodeficiency virus leads to the disease of HIV infection, the last stage of which is known as AIDS. Many also express concern that sperm cannot be found in pre-sperm and therefore cannot cause pregnancy, using this fact against the use of aborted intercourse (removal of the penis) as a method of preventing pregnancy. No large studies have been conducted to determine sperm content in the change, but a number of small studies suggest that sperm is present in the change. It is also likely that the pre-sperm that is released after a recent ejaculation will contain sperm, because after an orgasm there is always some ejaculate in the ducts.
Increased presminal formation
Some men are concerned about the amount of pre-sperm they produce. One doctor described a patient who was confused by the fact that the precum leaked through his pants during kissing and other mild erotic stimulation. Several reports have shown satisfactory results when such men were treated with a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. In such cases, one physician recommended a differential diagnosis with prostatitis, a discharge of the prostate with straining associated with urination or defecation.
religious attitude
For Sunni Muslims, extracting seeds during proper sleep requires performing a purification ritual.