When the penis is in a state of arousal, a small amount of fluid is released from the urethra. This is a normal phenomenon that is inherent in almost all healthy men. With the development of diseases, the consistency and volume of the lubricant change. There is an unpleasant odor, pain or burning sensation when urinating or having an erection. Such a clinical picture requires special attention from a person, since there is a threat to health.
Excretion during arousal in men is called pre-ejaculate. It protrudes from the opening of the urethra at the moment when the boy is excited. Presemen is secreted by the bulbourethral glands and Littre's glands, which are located throughout the canal, from the external opening to the neck of the bladder.
Allocations during arousal in men perform the following functions:
- provide free passage of seminal fluid through the urethra;
- destroy bacteria;
- moisturize and suppress the acidic environment in the urethra.
Presemen is also capable of acting as a lubricant during intercourse, but in most cases the amount allocated will not be enough for this. Pre-ejaculate is one of the components of semen. It enters the seminal fluid during ejaculation, mixes with the seed, allowing it to protect the sperm from the acidic environment of the woman's vagina.
In the photo above, healthy discharge in men when they are aroused.
The volume of pre-ejaculate directly depends on the degree of arousal of the boy. Maximum concentration is achieved with a strong sexual desire. The normal amount of liquid is 5 ml.
Some representatives of the stronger sex are physiologically unable to secrete lubricant. The absence of presence during an erection reduces the ability to conceive.
A healthy pre-ejaculate has the following characteristics:
- lack of smell;
- transparency;
- goo;
- lack of lumps or inclusions;
- does not cause discomfort or pain.
The seed performs cleaning functions, due to which its consistency may change. A man may notice cloudiness of the lubricant during repeated sexual contact, poor hygiene, or before ejaculation. She will be back to normal in 1-2 days. Otherwise, the development of a pathogenic process should be suspected.
Pathological mucous secretions in men differ from healthy ones in color, smell and consistency. They are almost always accompanied by discomfort.
Symptoms indicating 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;
- the formation of excessively large amounts of mucus;
- arbitrary release of lubricant without sexual arousal;
- the presence of third-party inclusions;
- change in consistency to too thick or runny.
These signs are characteristic of pathological processes that indicate the development of diseases.
Unhealthy discharge in men is divided into types:
| Kind of | Description |
|---|---|
| spermatorrhea | Voluntary flow of semen without reaching orgasm. The cause of the process is a reduced tone of the muscles of the vas deferens. Pathology develops due to chronic inflammation. |
| Hematorrhea | Isolation of lubricant with blood impurities. Appears with mucosal lesions of the urethra |
| leukocytic urethrorrhea | Exudative phase of the inflammatory process resulting from 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 formation at night. A man notices a discharge of pus in the morning and yellow stains can be found on his underwear. Mucopurulent discharge appears 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 tint. Indicate the development of gonococcal urethritis, which is formed against the background of chlamydia and gonorrhea. |
The amount of mucus secreted can be both large and small. It can be quite difficult to notice poor lubrication. To do this, you have to press on the urethra so that the liquid comes out through the hole. It dries quickly, forming a film on the glans membrane. The slimy consistency causes the urethral sponges to stick together.
The appearance of a secret excreted by the human body informs both about the norm and about deviations. For example, with a runny nose or otitis media, the appearance of fluid clearly indicates the disease. The human reproductive system is much more complex. The discharge in men during arousal can indicate a normal state of health, or vice versa, signal the development of a disease.
Should men have discharge during sexual arousal?
In men, the appearance of mucus in the urethra in some cases is a natural and necessary process. When an erection occurs, a transparent discharge appears in the amount of a few drops. They are called preseminal fluid, such physiological phenomena are completely normal.
The amount of mucus secretion completely depends 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 excess density, color, specific odors.
The appearance of a secret occurs in the following cases leading to an erection:
- Masturbation;
- Sexual caresses of a couple;
- Intimate thoughts.
The frequency of appearance of this phenomenon also depends on the characteristics of the reproductive system. Some men find discharges with every arousal, others observe them very rarely.
From the point of view of medical specialists, the presence of exudate during sexual arousal promotes conception - it plays the role of an additional conductor for sperm in the process of reaching the egg and reduces the level of acidity of the female vagina, which destroys sperm. . Consequently, the secretions of the genital organ actively participate in the fertilization process and are considered an important mechanism of the male reproductive system.
Why is this happening?
Doctors have not fully established the cause of fluid leakage from the penis, however, it has been shown 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 injury. damage. It is necessary to carefully observe intimate hygiene, the secreted fluid is an excellent breeding ground for pathogenic bacteria.
It is important to note that prolonged abstinence causes a much more abundant secretion, and the composition of the secret becomes thicker and more cloudy. It is necessary to ensure that there are no color changes, blood streaks and an unpleasant smell do not appear. Some doctors believe that the appearance of fluid is due to the fact that the body is preparing for intimacy with a woman.
Pathological discharge can appear for several reasons:
- Improper nutrition, in particular, the use of sour, spicy pickles;
- Inflammatory processes provoked by pathogenic bacteria;
- venereal diseases;
- Concomitant complications after surgeries or injuries;
- Oncological pathologies.
Varieties of secretions.
Various types of discharge are normal, as long as they are not accompanied by additional signs.
However, if a specific odor, itching, fever, pain in the groin or penis becomes a contributing factor, then this is already cause for concern and a urologist should be contacted.
Discharge types related to the standard
Absolutely normal and natural are 3 types of produced and fluid secrets.
- Libidinous urethrorrhea. A secret that has the function of lubrication. It looks like a liquid of transparent consistency, it has no odor. Appears in small volumes, does not cause discomfort. It contains a small number of sperm, however, with unprotected intercourse, pregnancy of a partner can occur;
- sperm. Secret whitish, sometimes has a yellowish tint, often smells unpleasant. Fluid secretion is provided by glands located under the foreskin. Its appearance does not indicate pathology, but indicates that the man neglects the rules of personal hygiene;
- Sperm. White liquid of mucous consistency. Ejection occurs from the urethra during orgasm. It contains a high percentage of sperm and secretion.
Secretions containing mucus.
They often indicate the appearance of sexually transmitted diseases. In cases where the secret has an increased viscosity, but remains transparent, the following diseases are likely:
Also, ailments are confirmed by the presence of a high level of leukocytes in blood tests.
Light milky mucous departments with purulent streaks accompany such diseases as:
In the presence of these pathologies, the fluid can also be released in a calm state, after which it sticks to the head of the penis and dries up.
purulent discharge
Evidence of gonorrhea. The resulting liquid is yellow with a greenish tint and an unpleasant odor. The consistency is thick and sticky. When secretly analyzed, a significant level of leukocytes is detected.
secretion during inflammation.
Inflammatory diseases that modify the composition of secretions are caused by:
- Staphylococcus;
- coli;
- candida fungus;
- Streptococcus.
When nongonococcal urethritis occurs, inflammation in the urethral canal, the secreted fluid is characterized by:
- cloudiness and stickiness;
- The presence of mucus;
- purulent content.
Accompanied by pain, discomfort, itching.
The disease of the foreskin, balanoposthitis, is characterized by abundant discharge containing many purulent contents. There is redness, swelling, severe pain.
Prostatitis is characterized by the secretion of mucus mixed with pus. Additional symptoms: pain, reduced erectile function, frequent need to empty the bladder.
To determine candidiasis, it is enough to study the photo, which shows the secret feature of it. It has the consistency of cottage cheese, this form of mycosis is accompanied by redness of the glans, unbearable itching.
discharge with blood
The secret that the blood contains requires the most careful attention. Similar signs indicate:
- Infectious diseases, in particular chronic infectious urethritis;
- Urethral canal injury during medical procedures;
- Removal of sand and stones from the kidneys, to a greater extent, blood is noticeable when urinating;
- 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, a fishy or sour smell, the appearance of stickiness or cloudiness.
- medium density;
- Transparency;
- Lack of smell
With small changes in color and consistency, it is important to analyze:
- One's sexual life, the presence or absence of casual and unprotected relationships;
- Factors contributing to the decrease in the protective functions of the body;
- Possible changes in the usual menu;
- Presence of comorbidities.
Do I need to see a doctor?
An immediate 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;
- A smear from the urethral canal;
- 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 is prescribed for the underlying disease that caused the appearance of pathological exudate. Ignoring such signs leads to a deterioration 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 cope with the disease and maintain health for a long period.
Pre-ejaculate (pre-semen or Cooper's fluid) is a clear, colorless, viscous pre-seminal fluid that is released from the urethra of a man's penis to the exterior when he enters a state of sexual arousal. Pre-ejaculation is unavoidable during human sexual intercourse. This secret is also secreted by a man during masturbation, in preparation for sexual intercourse (for example, caressing), or at an early stage of intercourse, some time before the man reaches full orgasm and ejaculates.
Origin of precum
Presemen is formed mainly by the bulbourethral glands (Cooper's glands) as well as Littre's glands.
Littre's glands are an additional site for presemen formation. These are grape-shaped alveolar tubular glands of the urethra, located along its entire length, from the external opening to the neck of the bladder, in the submucosal, fibromuscular and connective tissue layers. They secrete and excrete a mucous fluid, the amount of which increases with sexual arousal. Along with the secretion from Cooper's glands, the secretion from Littre's glands also serves to moisten the urethra, to maintain a favorable alkaline reaction for sperm during their passage through the urethra.
The amount of pre-ejaculate excreted
The amount of precum secreted by a male varies greatly between individuals. Some men do not excrete presemen, while in others its volume reaches 5 ml. The pre-seed contains a series of chemical substances present in the seed, such as acid phosphatase. And some seed markers, such as gamma-glutamyltransferase, are completely absent from the pre-seed.
Function performed by preseed
The acidic environment of the male urethra and female vagina is hostile to male semen. The pre-semen neutralizes the residual acidity in the urethra caused by urine, which creates a more favorable environment for the passage of the seed. Normally, the vaginal environment is acidic; the introduction of pre-semen before ejaculation can alter the vaginal environment to favor the survival of the seed. Precum can collect semen left in the urethra from previous ejaculations. Presemen does not act as a lubricant during intercourse, but it facilitates the passage of sperm through the canal during ejaculation, and it also participates in the coagulation of the seed.
Risks Associated with Presemen Isolation
Studies have shown the presence of HIV in most pre-semen 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-semen and therefore cannot cause pregnancy, using this fact against the use of interruption of coitus (removal of the penis) as a method to prevent the pregnancy. Large-scale studies have not been done to determine the sperm content of pre-semen, but several small studies have suggested that sperm is present in pre-semen. It is also likely that the pre-semen that is released after a recent ejaculation contains sperm, since after an orgasm there is always some ejaculate left in the ducts.
Increased precum formation
Some men are concerned about the amount of pre-cum they produce. One doctor described a patient who was confused by the fact that precum seeped through his pants during kissing and other mild foreplay. Several reports have shown satisfactory results when these men were treated with a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. In such cases, a physician recommended a differential diagnosis with prostorrhea, prostatic discharge on exertion associated with urination or defecation.
religious attitude
For Sunni Muslims, the excretion of presemen during sleep requires the performance of a purification ritual.