Allocation in men: the norm or pathology?

The discharge from the penis of a man can tell about the health of his man, the presence of diseases of the genitourinary system. Often, vaginal discharge is the only or one of the symptoms of a serious illness, so you need to be very careful with it, watching for changes in color, smell, consistency, and so on.

Male genital discharge refers to all discharge from the urethra, sebaceous glands and skin, prostate ducts and ejaculatory ducts. Depending on the nature of their appearance, they are divided into physiological and pathological. The latter appear as a result of the development of infectious, inflammatory or other diseases of the prostate, bladder or other organs of the genitourinary system.

Everything is normal: physiological release

There are three types of physiological secretions, which, to a certain degree, are released from the penis, and do not indicate the presence of disease:

• urethrorrhoea;
• smegma;
• sperm

urethra

In most cases, clear vaginal discharge in men is libidinal or physiological urethrorrhoea. This is the secret of transparent color secreted by the urethral glands. A secret flows from the urethra, usually at the time of arousal. The purpose of this secret is to lubricate the ducts prior to the passage of sperm.

The amount of urethrorrhoea excreted may be insignificant or considerable. It depends on the period of sexual abstinence, as well as the individual characteristics of the man. After prolonged abstinence from sexual contact, along with urethrorrhoea, a small amount of sperm may be released, which will change color.

It should be noted that in cases when the amount of discharge becomes larger than usual, it is necessary to consult a doctor, since such a phenomenon may indicate the development of the disease.

Smegma

Smegma, also called preputial lubrication, is secreted by glands located in the foreskin. The purpose of this secret is to reduce friction between the head of the penis and the foreskin. Smegma is constantly being released. During puberty, it can be more, in old age - less.

Smegma consists of fat and bacteria. It accumulates under the inner leaf of the foreskin. Subject to daily hygiene procedures, the secret is easy to wash. Otherwise, its accumulation is an excellent environment for the development of bacteria, which leads to the inflammatory process. If the oil is not cleaned in time (this should be done at least once a day), then it begins to crumble and rot. From here, it changes color from white-transparent to yellow or green. There is an unpleasant smell.

Sperm

Sperm refers to the physiological secretions of the male sexual organs. Usually semen is a mixture of gonadal secretions and spermatozoa, which are released during sexual intercourse or masturbation. Although men are also faced with the involuntary release of sperm, which is called a wet dream. Most often they occur in teenage boys, when puberty occurs, or with prolonged abstinence. Involuntary ejaculation occurs at night or early in the morning, because it is associated with the production of testosterone.

Natural male secretions also include urine, which can be transparent, yellow or light brown in color, and prostatic secretions. The specific smell of sperm will help distinguish prostorrhea. The liquid is thick and whitish in color. Changes in the amount of fluid, its color and smell, and the appearance of cloudiness or mucus may be the first symptoms of prostatitis or cancer.

Pathological vaginal discharge

The causes of pathological vaginal discharge can be very different. This includes:

• inflammatory processes, including those caused by the pathogenic flora itself;
• oncological diseases;
• PMS;
• consequences of surgery or injury.

Also, pathological discharges differ in color. They can be white, gray, yellow, brown and so on. In addition, there may be a mixture of blood or pus. The nature of vaginal discharge can be rare or abundant, it can be continuous or periodic, for example in the morning or after using the toilet, and so on.

Different diseases often have the same secretions, but at the same time, one disease can manifest itself in different representatives of the stronger sex in different ways. It is impossible to self-diagnose the disease with secretions. If you notice any discoloration, abundance, odor, or the presence of a mixture of mucus, blood or pus, you should visit a doctor and undergo the necessary examinations.

Discharge from the penis associated with PMS

Sexually transmitted diseases are most often accompanied by:

1. Secretion of transparent mucus, which is viscous. Usually, their small number indicates the presence of mycoplasma or ureaplasma urethritis, or the development of chronic chlamydia. Microscopic examination showed a moderate leukocyte count.
2. Mucopurulent discharge of a transparent or white color occurs with mycoplasmosis or ureaplasmosis. They can also accompany chlamydia. In this case, the fluid sticks to the head of the penis.
3. Purulent discharge in men indicates gonorrhea. They can be brown, yellow or greenish in color, have a foul odor and are very dense. They also contain an increased number of leukocytes and microscopic particles of the epithelium. Abundance depends on the degree of development of the disease. Other symptoms of gonorrhea are itching and burning that increases after going to the toilet, pain and discomfort in the genital area.

The hallmark of sexually transmitted diseases is that several infections become the causative agent at once. In this case, the course of the disease, as well as the nature and amount of discharge, can change significantly, therefore, it is impossible to diagnose the disease without clinical studies of the discharge alone.

Self-diagnosis and subsequent self-treatment of sexually transmitted diseases with antibiotics leads to the fact that the symptoms of the disease disappear, but the cause remains. After completing the treatment, the disease attacks with new strength, so you should not start the disease and treat yourself. The appointment of effective treatment depends on the correct diagnosis. And it is impossible to establish it, based solely on the nature of its release.

Vaginal discharge associated with non-genital inflammation

In everyone's body, the so-called conditionally pathogenic flora is always present, for example, Candida fungi, E. coli, streptococci, and others. Usually does not make itself felt, but under certain conditions (hypothermia, stress, weakened immune system) can cause an inflammatory process.

Diseases of the genitourinary system, the causative agent of which is the flora itself, is also accompanied by secretions of:

1. Mucopurulent discharge often accompanies non-gonococcal urethritis (inflammation of the urethra). Their characteristic feature is a slight overflow, which can increase between large urination disorders. The disease is not characterized by other symptoms (pain, itching), or is expressed very weakly.
2. Balanoposthitis is accompanied by an abundant mucus secretion of yellow or green color, sometimes with pus. Symptoms of inflammation of the foreskin are strong redness, as well as pain and redness on the head of the penis.
3. The appearance of prostatitis is characterized by a cloudy discharge after urinating. During the period of the acute form of the disease, the discharge becomes profuse, and when it turns to the chronic form, it turns whitish in color and decreases in number.
4. Candidiasis or thrush caused by the fungus Candida is accompanied by a lumpy discharge with a characteristic sour odor. There is redness of the head and foreskin, there may be pain or itching. The cause of candidiasis is the use of antibiotics, chemotherapy or radio wave treatment, as well as other factors that suppress the immune system.
5. Gardnerellosis of the urethra occurs as a result of a violation of the microflora (dysbacteriosis) and is accompanied by a slight yellow or green discharge with a characteristic fishy odor.

Discharge unrelated to the inflammatory process

Discharge that does not accompany the inflammatory process is very rare in the stronger sex. The causes of such secretions are mechanical damage, diseases of the nervous system, oncology, and so on.

1. Spermatorrhoea - spontaneously oozing sperm. The appearance of such secretions is in no way associated with sexual intercourse or masturbation. The flow of semen is not accompanied by an orgasm. The causes of this phenomenon are most often neurological diseases, as well as spinal cord injuries. The vas deferens loses its tone and ability to hold sperm.
2. Hematorrhea is the discharge of blood from the urethra. Hematorrhea occurs as a result of mechanical damage to the urethra in the process of taking a smear, instrumental examination, insertion of a catheter, and so on. Also, spotting after urinating can indicate kidney stones, tumors, or other serious conditions.
3. Prostatorrhea - secretion of prostate secretions. The cause of prostorrhea is the relaxed muscles of the excretory ducts of the prostate gland. A similar phenomenon often accompanies prostatitis or adenoma.
4. Brown discharge with or without mucus may indicate cancer of the prostate, bladder, penis, or urethra. Stool may contain blood clots or pus.

Examination to help determine the cause of vaginal discharge

The appearance of pathological discharge can be associated with various diseases. Only a qualified doctor can determine the true cause of vaginal discharge, and prescribe the correct treatment.

A patient who complains of discharge from the penis needs to undergo a series of studies that will help determine the cause of its appearance. An examination by a doctor begins with a detailed examination of the genital area for rashes, redness, and other visible symptoms. Often, dirt remains on the underwear, which the doctor also carefully examines.

One of the stages of the mandatory examination is palpation of the lymph nodes. The doctor checks whether it has increased or not, whether it remains moving or not moving, whether there is pain when pressed, and so on.

The doctor also checks the nature of the discharge immediately and after 2-3 hours (the patient during this period should refrain from urinating). Diseases of the prostate (adenoma, prostatitis or tumor) help determine palpation of the prostate gland. Under normal circumstances, the two lobes of the prostate are the same size, in the presence of disease, one lobe is larger than the other.

The following clinical studies also help determine the cause of vaginal discharge:

• general blood analysis;
• detailed urinalysis;
• blood sugar test (taken in the morning on an empty stomach);
• stains from the urethra;
• urethral secretion culture.

In the case of infectious diseases, the smear plays a key role in making the diagnosis. This study makes it possible not only to establish the pathogen, but also the prescription of the disease, its course, and so on. The presence of an inflammatory process associated with infection is indicated by an increase in the number of leukocytes. The norm considers no more than 4 leukocytes in the field of view.

In order for the smear to provide the most correct information about the patient's health status, it is necessary to prepare for the collection procedure. Before taking the smear, you can not urinate for at least 2 hours, as well as carry out water procedures. In addition, for three days it is necessary to stop local treatment with antibiotics or other drugs. The course of treatment with oral or injectable antibiotics had to be completed 2 weeks before the study.

If vaginal discharge in men with an abundant odor or other symptoms of the disease is observed, then the doctor may prescribe:

• Ultrasound of the kidneys, bladder or prostate;
• computer tomography;
• urography.

Doctors can make a cancer diagnosis only after the results of a biopsy.

If a patient seeks help with profuse spotting, then he is immediately admitted to the hospital. In other cases, treatment is carried out after establishing the cause of the discharge.

Discharge from the male genitalia can be a symptom of a serious illness. But remember that only a doctor can determine the cause of this unpleasant phenomenon during a personal examination and research. Self-medication only exacerbates the problem, and can lead to the development of complications. If you are worried about the health of your man, if unusual discharge appears, do not delay a visit to a urologist.