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 changes. There is an unpleasant odor, a painful or burning sensation when urinating or having an erection. Such a clinical picture requires special attention from a person, as there is a threat to health.
Excretion during arousal in men is called pre-ejaculation. It protrudes from the opening of the urethra at the moment the guy is aroused. Pre-semen is secreted by the bulbourethral glands and Littre's glands, which are located along the canal from the external opening to the neck of the bladder.
Allocations during arousal in men perform the following functions:
- providing free passage of seminal fluid through the urethra;
- destroy bacteria;
- hydrate and suppress the acidic environment in the urethra.
Pre-semen is also able to act as a lubricant during intercourse, but in most cases the amount allocated will not be enough for this. Pre-ejaculation is one of the components of semen. It enters the seminal fluid during ejaculation, mixes with the seed, which allows it to protect the sperm from the acidic environment of the woman's vagina.
Pictured above, healthy discharge in men when aroused.
The volume of pre-ejaculate directly depends on the degree of arousal of the guy. Maximum concentration is achieved with strong sexual desire. The normal amount of liquid is 5 ml.
Some representatives of the stronger sex are physiologically incapable of secreting lubricant. The absence of presemen during an erection reduces the ability to conceive.
A healthy pre-ejaculate has the following characteristics:
- lack of smell;
- transparency;
- viscosity;
- lack of lumps or inclusions;
- does not cause discomfort or pain.
The preseed performs cleaning functions, so its consistency can change. A man may notice cloudiness of the lubricant during repeated sexual contact, poor hygiene, or before ejaculation. It will return 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, 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 occurrence 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;
- consistency change to very thick or liquid.
These signs are characteristic of pathological processes that indicate the development of diseases.
Unhealthy discharge in men are divided into types:
| Kind of | Description |
|---|---|
| spermatorrhoea | Voluntary flow of semen without reaching orgasm. The cause of the process is a reduced tone of the vas deferens muscles. Pathology develops due to chronic inflammation |
| haematorrhea | Isolation of lubricant with blood impurities. Appears with lesions of the mucous membrane of the urethra |
| leukocyte 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 pus discharge 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 drops that have a yellow or greenish tinge. Indicate the development of gonococcal urethritis, which is formed against the background of chlamydia and gonorrhea |
The amount of mucus secreted can be both abundant and small. It can be quite difficult to notice poor lubrication. To do this, you must press on the urethra so that the fluid comes out of the hole. It dries quickly, forming a film on the glans membrane. The viscous consistency leads to the adhesion of the urethra sponges.
The appearance of a secret excreted from the human body informs both about the norm and about the deviations. For example, with a runny nose or otitis media, the appearance of fluid clearly indicates the condition. The human reproductive system is much more complex. Discharge in men during arousal can report 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, 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 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, specific odors.
The appearance of a secret occurs in the following cases that lead to an erection:
- Masturbation;
- Sexual caresses from a partner;
- Intimacy thoughts.
The frequency of occurrence of this phenomenon also depends on the characteristics of the reproductive system. Some men find discharge with every arousal, others observe them very rarely.
From the point of view of medical experts, the presence of exudate during sexual arousal promotes conception - it plays the role of an additional conduit for sperm in the process of reaching the egg and reduces the acidity level of the female vagina, which destroys sperm . Thus, secretions from the genital organ are actively involved in the fertilization process and are considered a significant 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 proven that the release of lubricant in men during arousal helps facilitate the head of the reproductive organ to come out of the folds without injury or damage. It is necessary to carefully observe intimate hygiene, the secreted liquid is an excellent breeding ground for pathogenic bacteria.
It is important to note that prolonged abstinence causes a much more abundant discharge, and the composition of the secret becomes thicker and cloudier. It is necessary to ensure that there is no color change, blood stains and unpleasant odor 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 several reasons:
- Inadequate nutrition, in particular, the use of sour, spicy pickles;
- Inflammatory processes caused by pathogenic bacteria;
- venereal diseases;
- Concomitant complications after surgery 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 smell, itching, fever, groin or penis pain becomes a contributing factor, this is already cause for concern and contacting a urologist.
Types of discharge related to the standard
Absolutely normal and natural are 3 types of secrets produced and fluid.
- Libidinous urethrorrhea. A secret that has the function of lubrication. It looks like a liquid with a transparent consistency, it has no smell. It appears in small volumes, does not cause inconvenience. It contains a small amount of sperm, however, with unprotected sex, the partner's pregnancy can occur;
- speck. Secret whitish, sometimes has a yellowish tinge, often has an unpleasant smell. 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. Contains a high percentage of sperm and secretion.
Mucus containing secretions
Often indicate the occurrence of sexually transmitted diseases. In cases where the secret has an increased viscosity but remains transparent, the following diseases are likely to be present:
In addition, diseases are confirmed by the presence of a high level of leukocytes in blood tests.
Mucous departments of milky light with purulent streaks accompany such diseases as:
In the presence of these pathologies, the liquid 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 tinge and an unpleasant odor. The consistency is thick and sticky. When analyzed in secret, a significant level of leukocytes is detected.
Discharge during inflammation
Inflammatory diseases that alter the composition of secretions are caused by:
- Staphylococci;
- coli;
- Candida fungus;
- Streptococci.
When non-gonococcal urethritis - inflammation in the urethral canal occurs, the secreted fluid is characterized by:
- Turbidity and viscosity;
- The presence of mucus;
- Purulent content.
Accompanied by pain, discomfort, itching.
The disease of the foreskin, balanoposthitis, is characterized by profuse discharge containing a lot of purulent content. There is redness, swelling, severe pain.
Prostatitis is characterized by the secretion of mucus mixed with pus. Additional symptoms - pain, reduced erectile function, frequent urge 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 ringworm is accompanied by redness of the glans of the penis, unbearable itching.
discharge with blood
The secret that contains the blood requires the most careful attention. Similar signs indicate:
- Infectious diseases, in particular chronic infectious urethritis;
- Injury to the urethral canal during medical procedures;
- Removal of sand and kidney stones, to a greater extent, 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 unmistakable sign of pathology is the presence of mucus, pus, discoloration, fishy or sour smell, appearance of stickiness or turbidity.
- average density;
- Transparency;
- Lack of smell.
With small changes in color and consistency, it is important to analyze:
- Own sex life, presence or absence of casual and unprotected relationships;
- Factors that contribute to the decrease of the protective functions of the body;
- Possible changes to the usual menu;
- Presence of comorbidities.
Do I need to see a doctor?
An immediate visit to the doctor requires a secret that is uncharacteristic 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 of 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 pathological exudate to appear. Ignoring such signs leads to a deterioration of well-being and the transition of the disease to 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 long time.
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 when he enters a state of sexual arousal. Pre-ejaculation is inevitable during human intercourse. This secret is also secreted by a man during masturbation, in preparation for intercourse (eg, fondling), or in the initial stage of copulation, some time before the man reaches full orgasm and ejaculates.
Origin of pre-semen
Pre-semen is mainly formed by the bulbourethral glands (Cooper's glands) as well as by the Littre's glands.
Littre's glands are an additional site for pre-semen formation. They are grape-shaped tubulo-alveolar glands of the urethra, located along its entire length, from the external opening to the bladder neck, 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 secretion from Cooper's glands, 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 preseminal fluid secreted by a man varies greatly between individuals. Some men do not excrete pre-semen, while in others its volume reaches 5 ml. The preseed contains a number of chemicals present in the seed, such as acid phosphatase. And some seed markers, such as gamma-glutamyltransferase, are completely absent from the preseed.
Function performed by preseeding
The acidic environment of the male urethra and female vagina is hostile to male semen. Pre-semen neutralizes residual acidity in the urethra caused by urine, which creates a more favorable environment for seed to pass through. 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. Pre-semen can collect semen left in the urethra from previous ejaculations. Pre-semen does not act as a lubricant during sexual intercourse, but it facilitates the passage of sperm through the canal during ejaculation, in addition to participating 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 interrupted sexual intercourse (penis removal) as a method of preventing pregnancy. No large-scale studies have been performed to determine sperm content in pre-semen, but several small studies have suggested that sperm is present in pre-semen. Pre-semen released after a recent ejaculation is also likely to contain sperm, as after orgasm there is always some ejaculate in the ducts.
Increase in pre-seminal formation
Some men are concerned about the amount of pre-semen they produce. One doctor described a patient who was confused by the fact that pre-semen leaked through his pants during kissing and other mild erotic stimulation. Several reports have shown satisfactory results when these men were treated with a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. In these cases, a physician recommended differential diagnosis with prostorrhoea, prostatic discharge on straining associated with urination or defecation.
religious attitude
For Sunni Muslims, the excretion of pre-semen during the corresponding sleep requires performing a purification ritual.