Discharge from the genitals in men appears in the form of a small amount of fluid or mucus, which has a different condition and color. The fluid (mucus) that is secreted from the urethra, also makes it possible to separate the secretions of the preputial glands, which are located under the skin covering the head of the penis.
Physiological release
- the criteria for the norm of urine are light golden color, odorless;
- the criteria for the level of secretion from the prostate are viscous properties, white color, a certain smell of sperm;
- the normal criteria for ejaculation are sperm mixed with prostatic secretions, are gray in color, have the consistency of mucus;
- the criterion for the norm of smegma is thick white grease.
Smegma (preputial lubricant) accumulates under the foreskin of the penis and is an accumulation of fat and certain bacterial residues. Lubricants are used to reduce friction between the head and foreskin. In different periods of life, the amount of secretion secreted by the prepuce differs, its peak falls at puberty, and in old age it completely stops.
If hygiene rules are not followed, lubricant (smegma) is collected under the foreskin. Fats are oxidized, and the proteins that make up the composition begin to break down. Simply put, the process of decay occurs. The color of the lubricant becomes greenish, a foul odor appears. The constant accumulation of lubricant causes chronic balanitis, or worse, a malignant tumor develops.
The urethral glands secrete a colorless fluid called urethral rhea. It serves to protect the urethra. Its appearance is associated with intense arousal during an erection. The volume of secretions depends on the physiological characteristics of each organism, but after a long period of sexual refusal, their number increases.
In the morning, wet dreams (spontaneous discharge of semen) unrelated to sex are possible. Pollution can occur in both adolescents and adult men who have not had sex for a long time.
With strong tension of the abdominal muscles, a small amount of clear mucus is released from the urethra. Also, prostatorrhea can occur during constipation.
Pathological changes in discharge
Abnormal vaginal discharge from the penis may indicate a sexually transmitted disease (STD), cancer, nonspecific inflammation, or genital trauma.
It is possible to distinguish from ordinary secretions by pathological properties, perhaps by their nature, smell, color:
- the volume of discharge becomes much greater or, conversely, decreases;
- the color changes, the discharge becomes cloudy;
- there are stools of blood, pus, lumps of mucus;
- structural changes: discharge becomes sticky and viscous;
- the smell becomes fishy, sour, or foul;
- an unpleasant sensation appears when urinating.
If you notice any changes in your discharge, it is dangerous to self-medicate. It is important to seek medical advice as soon as possible, be sure to undergo tests, as well as take a smear.
PMS discharge characteristics
Stool that becomes very viscous and has a transparent color, as a rule, is a chronic form of mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis, chlamydia. When analyzed, leukocytes were found in the visual field of up to 5 units.
If the discharge turns white and translucent, then this indicates the presence of acute forms of mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis.
Vaginal discharge with purulent patches and a characteristic odor is a sign of gonorrhea. The structure is very thick and sticky, the color is greenish-yellow. In laboratory tests, a large number of leukocytes are detected. Painful sensations when urinating are also noted.
Infection with multiple pathogens is common in STDs. The symptoms and nature of vaginal discharge look very different, so it is very important to carry out high-quality laboratory tests to identify the actual causative agent of the disease.
Inflammation and non-genital discharge in men
Non-genital inflammation occurs when nonspecific bacteria enter the pelvic organs, and can also be the result of immune problems. The microflora itself becomes conditionally pathogenic, when pathogenic bacteria, which are small in number, begin to prevail over beneficial bacteria, thereby causing non-sexual inflammation.
Non-gonorrhea urethritis is characterized by the discharge of fluid in the form of pus-filled lumps in small amounts. There is a frequent urge to urinate, an itching sensation. The infection goes up, first infecting the bladder, then the kidneys. When the kidneys are infected, the fluid that comes out 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 their own immunity, as well as after taking antibiotics. Symptoms include a discharge that resembles cottage cheese in structure. There is a sour smell, an itching sensation, especially when urinating.
Gardnerellosis of the urethra is determined by a certain fishy odor, the discharge becomes yellow-green in color, with a small volume. This infection occurs when there is a violation of the microflora, in other words, when dysbiosis appears.
If the foreskin becomes inflamed (balanoposthitis), the fluid becomes pus and mucus. The head of the penis becomes red and becomes very painful.
Prostatitis manifests itself as a cloudy fluid that appears at the end of urination. This disease has serious complications such as lack of erection and total impotence, anuria.
Unusual discharge from inflammation
Spermatorrhoea is the passive discharge of semen, without masturbation or sexual intercourse. This disease is most often the result of stress, neurosis or spinal disease. With spermatorrhea, the ducts are innervated.
Bloody discharge can occur after trauma to the urethral canal, taking a smear, inserting a catheter, as well as when sand or small stones pass through the urethra. In this case, the hematore is very painful.
A serious symptom is a brown discharge with pus and blood - this indicates the presence of a malignant tumor.
If you find unusual vaginal discharge in you, you should immediately contact a medical institution and carry out the necessary tests. The sooner a correct diagnosis is made, the sooner recovery will come.
How is the inspection going?
- First of all, an examination of the penis is performed. This procedure is necessary to identify traces of trauma to the head and foreskin. Watch out for rashes or discharge.
- Mandatory examination and palpation of the lymph nodes in the groin, determination of their size, condition, temperature.
- Sampling of secretions from the prostate for laboratory studies - for this, prostate massage is carried out through the rectum.
In the laboratory, under a microscope, a study of the collected material is carried out:
- smear can determine the maturity of leukocytes, their number in the field of view. An increased number indicates acute urethritis or a chronic inflammatory process;
- an increase in the number of eosinophils indicates an allergic process in the urethra;
- when erythrocytes are detected, we can talk about tumors, serious inflammation;
- if the number of epithelium exceeds the norm, then we are talking about chronic urethritis;
- the smear contains sperm - spermatorrhea;
- mucus is found in the smear - urethrorrhoea;
- lipid granules present in the smear - prostatorrhea.
For reliable results, you need to follow several rules: do not wash yourself before taking the material, do not have sex the day before the analysis, do not go to the toilet for several hours before taking the smear.
LHC inoculation is required to identify the greatest number of microorganisms belonging to the same species. Their properties are being studied for further infection diagnosis. A general analysis of blood and urine is taken. Ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs and prostate is carried out, if necessary, according to indications, then tomography.
Any unusual discharge is a serious reason to see a doctor. You cannot self-medicate, even if the disease seems obvious to you. In this way, complications can be obtained that are difficult to treat even with the strongest antibiotics. The inflammatory process will not stop, but will only acquire a latent form, which is fraught with serious complications, up to and including death.
Preventive measure
Any disease is easier to prevent than to cure, therefore, adhering to simple rules of personal hygiene, you can protect yourself from many troubles. In addition, there are a few more rules:
- underwear should be made of natural materials, not tight;
- proper contraception is required;
- casual sex should be avoided.
Mandatory treatment of both partners is required if a venereal disease is detected in at least one of them. Otherwise, reinfection will continue to occur, which is dangerous with the transition to a chronic form and even infertility.