Discharge from the genitals in men occurs in the form of a small amount of fluid or mucus that has a different condition and color. Fluid (mucus) is secreted from the urethra, it is also possible to separate the secretion of the preputial gland, which is located under the skin that covers the head of the penis.
Psychological discharge
- the criteria for the norm of urine are light golden in color, odorless;
- criteria for the rate of secretion from the prostate are viscous nature, white hue, a certain smell of sperm;
- the criterion of ejaculate norm is sperm mixed with prostate secretion, gray in color, mucus consistency;
- the criterion for the smegma norm is a thick white fat.
Smegma (preputial lubricant) accumulates under the foreskin of the penis and is an accumulation of fat and residues of certain bacteria. The lubricant serves to reduce the feeling of friction between the head and the foreskin. At different periods of life, the amount of secretion secreted by the preputial glands is different, the peak falls at puberty, and completely stops by age.
If hygiene rules are not followed, smegma collects under the skin. Fats are oxidized and the proteins that make up the composition begin to break down. Simply put, the process of decay begins. The color of the lubricant becomes greenish, a putrid odor appears. The constant accumulation of lubricants leads to chronic balanitis or, worse, to the development of malignant tumors.
The urethral glands secrete a colorless fluid called urethral flow. It serves to protect the urethra. His appearance is associated with strong arousal during erection. The amount of secretion depends on the physiological characteristics of each organism, but after a long period of refusal of sex, the amount increases.
In the morning, wet dreams (spontaneous discharge of semen) that are not related to sex are possible. Pollution is possible in both adolescents and mature men who have not had sexual intercourse for a long time.
With strong tension in the abdominal muscles, a small amount of clear mucus is released from the urethra. Also, prostatitis can occur during constipation.
Pathological changes in discharge
Abnormal discharge from the penis may indicate sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), cancer, nonspecific inflammation, or genital trauma.
It is possible to distinguish from ordinary secretions those that are associated with a pathological nature, probably by their nature, smell, color:
- the volume of discharge became much more abundant or, conversely, reduced;
- the color changed, the discharge blurred;
- there were impurities of blood, pus, lumps of mucus;
- change in structure: the discharge became sticky and thick;
- the smell became fishy, sour, or rotten;
- unpleasant sensations occur when urinating.
If you notice any change in the discharge, it is dangerous to self-medicate. It is necessary to seek medical advice as soon as possible, be sure to perform tests, and also take a swab.
STD discharge characteristic
The discharge, which becomes very viscous and has a transparent color, is usually a chronic form of mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis, chlamydia. During the analysis, leukocytes are in the field of view of up to 5 units.
If the discharge has become white and transparent, it indicates the presence of an acute form of mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis.
A discharge with purulent spots and a characteristic odor is a sign of gonorrhea. Their structure is very thick and sticky, the color is greenish-yellow. Laboratory tests reveal a large number of leukocytes. Painful sensations when urinating are also recorded.
Infections with multiple pathogens are common in sexually transmitted diseases. The symptoms and nature of the discharge get a completely different appearance, so it is very important to conduct high-quality laboratory tests to identify the real causes of the disease.
Non-venereal inflammation and discharge in men
Non-sexual inflammation occurs when non-specific bacteria enter the pelvic organs and can also be the result of immune problems. The own microflora becomes conditionally pathogenic, when pathogenic bacteria, which are in small numbers, begin to predominate over beneficial bacteria, thus causing non-sexual inflammation.
Non-gonorrheal urethritis is characterized by a discharge in the form of purulent nodules in small amounts. There is a frequent need to urinate, an itchy feeling. The infection rises, first infecting the bladder, then the kidneys. When the kidneys become infected, the discharge contains blood. This is a very dangerous symptom.
Fungi of the genus Candida cause candidiasis. An increase in the number of these fungi occurs with a weakening of one’s own immunity, as well as after taking antibiotics. Symptoms include a discharge that resembles cottage cheese in structure. There is a sour smell, an itchy feeling, especially when urinating.
Gardnerellosis of the urethra is determined by a specific fishy odor, the discharge becomes yellow-green in color, small in volume. This infection occurs when there is a violation of the microflora, in other words, when dysbiosis occurs.
If the foreskin becomes inflamed (balanoposthitis), the discharge becomes purulent and has mucus. The head of the penis becomes red and becomes very painful.
Prostatitis manifests as a cloudy discharge that appears at the end of urination. This disease has serious complications such as lack of erection and complete impotence, anuria.
Discharge not characteristic of inflammation
Spermatorrhea is a passive leakage of semen, without masturbation or sexual intercourse. This disease is most often the result of stress, neurosis, or a disease of the spine. In spermatorrhea, the canals are innervated.
Bloody discharge can occur after trauma to the urethral canal, swabbing, catheter insertion, as well as when sand or small stones pass through the urethral canal. In this case, the hematorrhea is very painful.
A serious symptom is a brown discharge with pus and blood - they indicate the presence of a malignant tumor.
If you find an uncharacteristic discharge in you, contact a healthcare provider immediately and perform the necessary tests. The sooner an accurate diagnosis is made, the sooner recovery will occur.
How's the review going?
- First of all, a penis examination is performed. The procedure is necessary to identify traces of trauma to the head and foreskin. Watch out for a rash or discharge.
- Mandatory examination and palpation of lymph nodes in the groin, determination of their size, condition, temperature.
- Sampling of secretions from the prostate for laboratory research - for this prostate massage is performed through the rectum.
In the laboratory, the collected material is studied under a microscope:
- a swab can determine the maturity of leukocytes, their number in the field of view. An increased amount indicates acute urethritis or a chronic inflammatory process;
- increased number of eosinophils indicates an allergic process in the urethra;
- when erythrocytes are detected, we can talk about tumors, severe inflammation;
- if the amount of epithelium exceeds the norm, then we are talking about chronic urethritis;
- the swab contains sperm - spermatorrhea;
- in the smear there is mucus - urethrorea;
- grains of lipids - prostatorea - are present in the smear.
For reliable results, you must follow some rules: do not wash before taking the material, do not have sex the day before the analysis, do not go to the toilet a few hours before taking the swab.
LHC inoculation is required to identify the largest number of microorganisms belonging to the same species. Their properties are studied for further diagnosis of infection. A general blood and urine analysis is taken. The pelvic organs and prostate are examined by ultrasound, if necessary according to the indications, followed by tomography.
Any unusual discharge is a serious reason to visit a doctor. You cannot self-medicate, even if the disease seems obvious to you. This can lead to complications that are difficult to treat with even the strongest antibiotics. The inflammatory process will not stop, but will only take a latent form, which is full of serious complications, all the way to death.
Preventive measures
Any disease is easier to prevent than to treat, so by following simple rules of personal hygiene, you can protect yourself from many problems. In addition, there are a few more rules:
- underwear should be made of natural materials, not tight;
- adequate contraception is required;
- casual sex should be avoided.
Mandatory treatment of both partners is necessary if one of them is diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease. Otherwise, re-infection will constantly occur, which is dangerous in the transition to a chronic form, and even infertility.