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. 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.
Physiological discharge
- criteria for urine rate are light golden color, odorless;
- criteria for the degree of secretion from the prostate are viscous nature, a white tinge, a certain smell of semen;
- the criterion for the rate of ejaculation is semen mixed with the secretion secreted by the prostate, gray in color, having the consistency of mucus;
- the criterion for the smegma rate is a thick white fat.
Smegma (preputial lubricant) accumulates under the foreskin of the penis and is an accumulation of fats 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 until old age it stops completely.
If the rules of hygiene are not observed, the lubricant (smegma) collects under the foreskin. Fats are oxidized and the proteins that make up the composition begin to break down. Simply put, the process of demolition begins. The color of the lubricant turns green, a rotten odor appears. Continuous accumulation of lubricant leads to chronic imbalance, or worse, malignant tumors develop.
The urethral glands secrete a colorless fluid called urethral rea. Serves to protect the urethra. Her appearance is accompanied by strong awakening during erection. The volume of secretions depends on the physiological characteristics of each organism, but after a long period of rejection by sex, the amount increases.
In the morning, wet dreams (spontaneous discharge of sperm) 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 of the abdominal muscles, a small amount of translucent mucus is released from the urethra. Also, prostaturia can occur during constipation.
Pathological changes in discharge
Abnormal discharge from the penis may indicate a sexually transmitted disease (STD), cancer, nonspecific inflammation, or genital trauma.
It is possible to distinguish from the usual secretions those associated with a pathological nature, perhaps by nature, smell, color:
- the discharge volume has become much more abundant or, conversely, has been reduced;
- the color has changed, the discharge has become turbid;
- had impurities of blood, pus, lumps of mucus;
- change in structure: discharge became sticky and thick;
- the smell has become fishy, sour or rotten;
- unpleasant sensations appear when urinating.
If you notice any changes in your discharge, it is dangerous to self-medicate. It is necessary to seek medical advice as soon as possible, make sure to undergo tests and also make a stain.
SST discharge feature
Discharges that become very viscous and have a transparent color, as a rule, are a chronic form of mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis, chlamydia. When analyzed, leukocytes are found in the field of view up to 5 units.
If the discharge has become white and translucent, then this indicates the presence of an acute form of mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis.
Discharge with purulent spots and a characteristic odor is a sign of gonorrhea. Their structure is very thick and sticky, the color is green-yellow. In laboratory tests, a large number of leukocytes are detected. Painful sensations are also observed during urination.
Infections with multiple pathogens are common in SST. The symptoms and nature of the discharge take on a completely different appearance, so it is very important to perform high quality laboratory tests to identify the true causative agents of the disease.
Inflammation and non-venereal discharge in men
Non-venereal inflammation occurs when nonspecific bacteria enter the pelvic organs, and can also be the result of immune problems. The's own microflora becomes conditionally pathogenic when pathogenic bacteria, which are in small numbers, begin to predominate over beneficial bacteria, thus causing non-venereal inflammation.
Non-gonorrheal urethritis is characterized by discharge in the form of purulent lumps in small amounts. There is a frequent urge to urinate, an itching sensation. The infection is growing, 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 their immunity as well as after taking antibiotics. Symptoms include discharge that resembles curd in structure. There is a sour smell, itching sensation, especially when urinating.
Gardnerellosa of the urethra is defined by a distinct fishy odor, the discharge becomes yellowish-green in color, with a small volume. This infection occurs when there is a violation in the microflora, in other words, when dysbiosis appears.
If the foreskin becomes inflamed (balanoposthitis), the discharge becomes purulent and mucus. The head of the penis becomes red and becomes very painful.
Prostatitis manifests as a turbid discharge that appears at the end of urination. This disease has serious complications like lack of erection and complete impotence, anuria.
Uncharacteristic discharge of inflammation
Spermatorrea is the passive flow of sperm, without masturbation or sexual intercourse. This disease is most often the result of stress, neurosis or spinal diseases. With spermatorrhea, the ducts are innervated.
Bloody discharge can occur after trauma to the urethral canal, taking a stain, inserting a catheter, 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 brown discharge with pus and blood - they indicate the presence of a malignant tumor.
If you find any uncharacteristic discharge in yourself, you should immediately contact a medical institution and get the necessary tests done. The sooner an accurate diagnosis is made, the sooner recovery will come.
How is the examination going?
- First of all, a penis examination is done. The procedure is necessary to identify traces of head and forehead trauma. Beware of redness or discharge.
- Mandatory examination and palpation of lymph nodes in the groin, determination of their size, condition, temperature.
- Sampling of prostate secretions for laboratory research - for this, prostate massage is done through the rectum.
In the laboratory, under a microscope, a study of the collected material is performed:
- a stain can determine the maturity of leukocytes, their number in the field of view. An increased amount indicates acute urethritis or a chronic inflammatory process;
- an increased number of eosinophils indicates an allergic process in the urethra;
- when erythrocytes are detected, we can talk about tumors, serious inflammation;
- if the amount of epithelium exceeds the norm, then we are talking about chronic urethritis;
- the stain contains sperm - spermatorrea;
- mucus is found in the stain - urethrorrea;
- lipid granules are present in the stain - prostatorea.
For reliable results, you should follow a few 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 a few hours before making a stain.
LHC inoculation is necessary to identify the largest number of microorganisms belonging to the same species. Their properties are being studied for further diagnosis of the infection. A general blood and urine test is taken. An ultrasound examination of the pelvic and prostate organs is performed, if necessary, according to the indications, then tomography.
Any uncharacteristic discharge is a serious reason to see a doctor. You can not 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 acquire only a latent form, which is fraught with serious complications, until death.
Preventive measures
Every disease is easier to prevent than to cure, so by following the simple rules of personal hygiene, you can protect yourself from many problems. Furthermore, there are some other rules:
- underwear should be made of natural materials, not tight;
- proper contraception is needed;
- casual sex should be avoided.
Mandatory treatment of both partners is necessary if a venereal disease is detected in at least one of them. Otherwise, re-infection will occur constantly, which is dangerous with a transition to a chronic form and even infertility.