When the penis is in an aroused state, a small amount of fluid is expelled from the urethra. This is a common phenomenon that exists in almost all healthy men. With the progression of the disease, the consistency and volume of the lubricant change. There is an unpleasant odor, pain or burning when urinating or having an erection. Such a clinical picture requires special attention from a person, because there is a threat to health.
Excretion during stimulation in men is called pre-ejaculation. It protrudes from the opening of the urethra at the time the man is aroused. Presence is secreted by the bulbourethral glands and the Littre glands, which are located throughout the duct, from the external opening to the neck of the bladder.
Provision during stimulation in men performs the following functions:
- provides free passage of semen through the urethra;
- destroy bacteria;
- moisturizes and blocks the acidic environment in the urethra.
Presence is also capable of acting as a lubricant during intercourse, but in most cases the amount allocated will not be sufficient for this. Pre-ejaculation is one of the components of semen. It enters the semen during ejaculation, mixed with the semen, which allows you to protect the sperm from the acidic environment of the female vagina.
In the photo above, healthy discharge in men when aroused.
The amount of pre-ejaculation directly depends on the level of excitation of the man. Maximum concentration is achieved with strong sexual desire. The normal amount of liquid is 5 ml.
Some representatives of the physiologically stronger sex are unable to secrete lubricant. The absence of precession during an erection reduces the ability to conceive.
Healthy pre-ejaculation has the following characteristics:
- lack of odor;
- transparency;
- viscosity;
- lack of lumps or inclusions;
- does not cause discomfort or pain.
Preseed performs a cleaning function, so its consistency can change. A man may notice lubricant opacity during repeated sexual intercourse, lack of hygiene, or before ejaculation. He will return to normal in 1-2 days. Otherwise, the development of pathogenic processes should be suspected.
Pathological mucus secretion in men differs from healthy ones in color, odor and consistency. They are almost always accompanied by discomfort.
Symptoms that indicate a deviation of the lubricant from the norm:
- appearance of fluid from the urethra during the day;
- the occurrence of an unpleasant odor;
- pain during urination;
- formation of excessive amounts of mucus;
- arbitrary release of lubricant without sexual stimulation;
- the presence of third party entries;
- consistency changes to too concentrated or liquid.
These signs are characteristic of pathological processes that indicate the development of the disease.
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 reduction in the tone of the vas deferens muscles. Pathology develops as a result of chronic inflammation |
| Hematorrhea | Isolation of lubricants with blood impurities. Appears with injury of the mucous membrane of the urethra |
| urethrorrhea leukocytes | The exudative phase of the inflammatory process due to thermal, mechanical, chemical or viral damage to the urethral mucosa |
| Mukopurulen | They consist of a small number of leukocytes, serous fluid and glandular secretions. This mucus is characterized by active formation at night. A man sees pus coming out in the morning, and yellow spots can be found on his underwear. Mucopurulent discharge appears when the urethra is affected by bacteria: Trichomonas, ureamycoplasma, chlamydia |
| Purulent | They include large numbers of leukocytes, urethral epithelium, mucus and serous fluid. They have a thick consistency and an unpleasant odor. They appear in the form of droplets that have a yellow or greenish color. State the development of gonococcal urethritis, which is formed against the background of chlamydia and gonorrhea |
The amount of mucus secreted can be large and small. It can be quite difficult to spot poor lubrication. To do this, you need to press the urethra so that fluid comes out of the hole. It dries quickly, forming a film on the glans membrane of the penis. The viscous consistency leads to adhesion of the urethral sponge.
The secret appearance released from the human body tells both about the norm and about the deviation. 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. Discharge in men during stimulation may report a normal state of health, or conversely, indicate disease progression.
Should men experience vaginal discharge during sexual stimulation?
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 pre-seminal fluid, such physiological phenomena are normal.
The amount of mucus secretion depends entirely on the characteristics of the male body and must meet certain characteristics to be considered the norm. In particular, there should be no excessive density, color, certain odors.
The appearance of secretions occurs in the following cases that lead to an erection:
- Masturbation;
- Sexual caress of a partner;
- Thoughts of intimacy.
The frequency of occurrence of this phenomenon also depends on the characteristics of the reproductive system. Some men experience relief with each stimulus, others observe it very rarely.
From the point of view of physicians, the presence of exudate during sexual stimulation 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. Therefore, secretions from the genitals are actively involved in the process of fertilization and are considered an important mechanism of the male reproductive system.
Why is this happening?
Doctors do not yet fully know the cause of fluid leakage from the penis, however, it has been proven that the release of lubricant in men during stimulation helps facilitate the exit of the head of the reproductive organs from the folds without injury or 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 gives rise to more discharge, and the secretory composition becomes thicker and turbid. It is necessary to ensure that no changes in color, blood lines, and unpleasant odors do not appear. Some doctors believe that the occurrence of fluid occurs because the body is preparing for intimacy with a woman.
Pathological discharge can appear for a variety of reasons:
- Improper nutrition, in particular, the use of sour, spicy, pickled;
- Inflammatory processes triggered by pathogenic bacteria;
- venereal disease;
- Concomitant complications after surgery or injury;
- Oncological pathology.
Variety of secretions
Some types of discharge are normal, provided they are not accompanied by additional signs.
However, if a certain odor, itching, fever, pain in the groin or in the penis are contributing factors, then this is already a cause for concern and contact a urologist.
Types of emissions associated with the norm
Completely normal and natural are the 3 types of secrets that are produced and flowing.
- Libidinous uretrorrhea. The secret to having a lubricating function. It looks like a liquid with a transparent consistency, has no odor. Appears in small numbers, does not cause difficulties. It contains a small number of spermatozoa, however, with unprotected sex, a couple’s pregnancy may occur;
- Spegma. The secret of whiteness, sometimes having a yellowish color, often smells unpleasant. Fluid secretion is provided by glands located under the foreskin. His appearance did not indicate pathology, but showed that the man was disregarding the rules of personal hygiene;
- Sperm. White liquid with a mucous consistency. Ejection occurs from the urethra during orgasm. Contains a high percentage of sperm and secretions.
Secretions containing mucus
Often indicates the occurrence of venereal disease. In cases where the secretion has an increased viscosity, but remains transparent, the following diseases may be present:
Also, the disease is confirmed by the presence of high levels of leukocytes in blood tests.
The light mucus part of the milk with purulent streaks accompanies diseases such as:
With the presence of this pathology, the fluid can also be released in a calm state, after which it sticks to the head of the penis and dries.
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 analyzed in secret, significant leukocyte levels were detected.
Discharge during inflammation
Inflammatory diseases that alter the composition of secretions are caused by:
- Staphylococcus;
- coli;
- Candida fungi;
- Streptococcus.
When non -gonococcal urethritis occurs - inflammation in the urethral canal, the secreted fluid is characterized by:
- Turbidity and stickiness;
- The presence of mucus;
- Purulent contents.
Accompanied by pain, discomfort, itching.
Foreskin disease, balanoposthitis, is characterized by copious discharge containing a large amount of purulent content. There is redness, swelling, severe pain.
Prostatitis is characterized by mucus secretion mixed with pus. Additional symptoms - pain, decreased erectile function, frequent desire to empty the bladder.
To determine candidiasis, it is enough to examine the photo, which shows its secret features. It has the consistency of cottage cheese, this form of mycosis is accompanied by redness of the glans penis, unbearable itching.
Come out with blood
Secrets that contain blood require the most careful attention. Similar signs indicate:
- Infectious diseases, especially chronic infectious urethritis;
- Injuries to the urethral canal during medical procedures;
- Removal of sand and stones from the kidneys, to a greater extent, blood can be seen during urination;
- Malignant formation in the prostate, ovaries, genitals. In this case, the discharge contains brown or dark blood, often in the form of clots.
Norms or deviations?
Unclear pathological signs are the presence of mucus, pus, discoloration, fishy or sour odor, sticky appearance or turbidity.
- Average density;
- Transparency;
- Less smell.
With small changes in color and consistency, it is important to analyze:
- Sex life itself, the presence or absence of casual and unprotected intercourse;
- Factors that contribute to a decrease in the body's protective function;
- Possible changes in the regular menu;
- The presence of comorbidities.
Do I need to see a doctor?
An immediate visit to the doctor requires an unusual secret for a man. Any changes in the structure and color of the liquid require examination to identify the factors leading to the violation.
Diagnostic steps include:
- spermogram;
- Smears from the urethral canal;
- Ultrasound examination of the organs of the genitourinary system;
- Urine sampling for general analysis;
- Clinical blood tests.
Based on the diagnostic results, a treatment regimen for the underlying disease causing the appearance of pathological exudates is prescribed. Ignoring such symptoms leads to a deterioration in well-being and the transition of the disease to a chronic form that is difficult to treat. A timely visit to a urologist will allow you to quickly overcome the disease and maintain health for a long time.
Pre-ejaculation (pre-semen, or Cooper fluid) is a clear, colorless, viscous pre-semen fluid that is released from the urethra of a man’s penis outwards when he is in a state of sexual arousal. Pre-ejaculation is inevitable during human sexual intercourse. This secretion is also secreted by a man during masturbation, in preparation for sexual intercourse (e. g. caressing), or in the early stages of intercourse, some time before the man reaches full orgasm and ejaculation.
The origin of pre-cum
Presence is formed mainly by the bulbourethral gland (Cooper's gland), and also by the Littre gland.
The Littre gland is an additional site for the formation of precepts. It is a grapefruit-shaped tubular-alveolar gland of the urethra, located along its entire length, from the outer opening to the neck of the bladder, in the layers of submucosal, fibromuscular and connective tissues. They secrete and excrete mucus fluid, the amount of which increases with sexual stimulation. Along with Cooper’s gland secretions, Littre’s gland secretions also serve to moisten the urethra, to maintain an alkaline response that promotes spermatozoa during their passage through the urethra.
The amount of pre-ejaculation excreted
The amount of pre-seminal fluid secreted by men varies greatly among individuals. Some men do not excrete precepts, while others the volume reaches 5 ml. Preseed contains several chemicals found in seeds, such as acid phosphatase. And some seed markers, such as gamma-glutamyltransferase, are not present at all from preseed.
Functions performed by preseed
The acidic environment of the male urethra and female vagina is hostile to male semen. Presence neutralizes residual acidity in the urethra caused by urine, which creates a better environment for seed passage. Usually, the vaginal environment is acidic; the introduction of precession before ejaculation can alter the vaginal environment in favor of seed survival. Precum can take up semen left in the urethra from previous ejaculation. Presemen do not act as a lubricant during intercourse, but facilitate the passage of sperm through the ducts during ejaculation, and also participate in the clotting of semen.
Risks Associated with Presence Isolation
Studies have shown the presence of HIV in most preceptor samples from HIV -infected men. Infection with the immunodeficiency virus leads to HIV infection, the last stage of which is known as AIDS. Many also expressed concern that sperm cannot be found in pre-semen and therefore cannot cause pregnancy, using this fact against the use of broken intercourse (penis removal) as a method of contraception. No large -scale studies have been conducted to determine the content of sperm in precepts, but several small studies have suggested that sperm is present in precepts. It is also likely that pre-semen released after a recent ejaculation will contain sperm, because after orgasm there is always some ejaculation in the duct.
Increased preseminal formation
Some men worry about the amount of pre-semen they produce. A doctor described a patient confused by the fact that precum seeped through his pants during kissing and other mild erotic stimuli. Several reports have shown satisfactory results when the man was treated with a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. In such cases, a doctor recommends a differential diagnosis with prostorrhea, a discharge of the prostate during straining associated with urination or defecation.
religious attitude
For Sunni Muslims, the excretion of precepts during corresponding sleep requires the performance of a purification ritual.