In men, during arousal, discharge from the urethra of a different nature is observed. They do not usually cause alarm, since they are of natural origin. But there are cases when discharge is pathological in nature and requires medical intervention.
Natural secretion of precum.
In a healthy man, during an erection, a clear liquid is always released from the penis in a small volume. This phenomenon is considered the norm and is not associated with any pathological process. In medicine, such a natural discharge of secretions during arousal is called urethorrhea, and the fluid itself is called pre-ejaculate.
general characteristics
Normally, such a secret is absolutely transparent and has an average consistency in density. Urethrarea is observed not only during arousal, but also during morning erection. Out of the urethra, precum begins to release during fondling with a sexual partner and during preparation for intercourse. The same reaction is observed with masturbation. The early stage of sexual intercourse and immediately before the onset of orgasm can also be accompanied by the release of ejaculation. All these cases are natural and therefore the discharge of precum should not cause panic.
This mucus is necessary to neutralize residual acidity, both in the urethra itself and in the vagina. Since sperm simply die in an acidic environment, it is the precum that prepares the favorable conditions for them.
Number of secretions
For each man, the amount of fluid secreted in such cases is strictly individual. But the higher the degree of arousal, the more secretion is released. It can be a couple of drops and quite impressive volumes of liquid, reaching 5 ml. In some men, the precum is absent as such. The site of formation of the preselection is the Cooper and Littre glands. They are found throughout the urethra and produce a secret, the amount of which increases with arousal.
In such secrecy, sperm may be present in negligible numbers. Therefore, interrupting intercourse does not always guarantee protection against unwanted pregnancy. Of course, there are no sperm in the secretion itself, but the remains of the semen in the channels inevitably end up in the pre-ejaculate.
Sometimes men are concerned about excessive discharge of precum during an erection. In this case, doctors recommend differential diagnosis to exclude prostatorrhea, the release of prostate juice when urinating or defecating.
Natural sperm production
The second type of natural fluid that is released from the penis as a result of an erection is, of course, semen. Ejaculation is the natural result of ejaculation. The semen is whitish and viscous. Sperm consist of the secretion of the gonads and the semen itself. Semen is released, both as a result of sexual intercourse and as a result of masturbation. Such discharge is accompanied by sexual liberation.
The absence of sperm secretion can indicate serious pathologies and requires a serious examination.
What will it say about the pathology?
In general, the presence of discharge during an erection is not associated with pathologies. But in some cases, you need to pay attention to deviations from the norm, as shown by:
- unnatural discharge shade - yellow, green and gray color will inform about pathology;
- the presence of blood in semen or urine;
- pus, lumps, or clots in the discharge
- an unpleasant or foul odor emanating from the penis, which may indicate inflammatory and infectious processes;
- painful sensations or discomfort that occur during an erection.
It is these unnatural signs that accompany the discharge after arousal that clearly indicate the presence of pathological processes. Itching, redness, or swelling are also warning signs. In such cases, a man should not self-medicate or wait for the situation to resolve itself independently. The correct decision would be to visit a doctor for a diagnosis.
Types of possible pathologies.
It is not easy to assess the status of the genitourinary system using just one shock. But it is the unusual secret secreted by the urethra that is a sign of some pathologies. And for certain diseases, the characteristic is the presence of specific secretions without the presence of other symptoms.
A man must carefully monitor the quality and quantity of fluid from the penis, both during arousal and under normal conditions.
With the appearance of nonspecific discharge during arousal, the presence of:
- inflammatory processes that occur in the genitourinary system, which is associated with the activation of the activity of infectious and opportunistic particles;
- sexually transmitted diseases;
- pathologies of an oncological nature;
- complications caused by surgical interventions;
- Consequences of injuries and damages.
In such cases, the nature of the discharge may be different, which depends on the type of pathology and the characteristics of the organism, the neglect of the disease. It is not realistic to independently determine the type of deviation. A thorough diagnosis will be required, which will help the doctor to assess the patient's condition and choose an effective treatment.
It is advisable not to take any medications, especially antibiotics, before visiting a doctor and making a diagnosis. This will blur the clinical picture and will not make it possible to establish the correct diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment.
Hygiene and discharge
We should also stop at the smegma. This is a natural selection. However, in some cases, it can be accompanied by an unnatural smell. This lubrication is produced by the fat glands located in the head and foreskin.
In fact, smegma is a fat that, in the absence of high-quality and timely hygiene procedures, accumulates and causes the appearance of unnatural odors. The danger is not caused by the smegma itself, but precisely by its accumulation. In the absence of hygiene procedures, a favorable environment is created for the reproduction of microbes and the development of inflammatory processes.
The problem of the abundant synthesis of said lubricant is especially urgent for men between 16 and 25 years old, when sexual activity has the highest characteristics. With age, the volume of such secretions decreases. When a man washes his penis twice a day, the smegma is completely removed and an unnatural whitish plaque with an erection is not observed. If necessary, he can use antibacterial soap to remove the smegma.
The buildup of a whitish plaque with a pungent odor is often attributed by man to the release of smegma, while the actual cause may be associated with thrush or gonorrhea, chdamidiosis.
It is quite dangerous to ignore any download that differs from normal. Since they can be associated with diseases that require immediate treatment and pose an irreversible threat to the reproductive system.