Like women, representatives of the stronger sex can experience discharge from the genitals. They can indicate a disorder in the body or simply indicate the normal functioning of the urogenital system. Due to the importance of this issue, we would like to consider this topic in more detail in the article.
Physiological secretions
Such discharge from the urethra is not an indicator of poor health, but, on the contrary, indicates that all systems in the body are functioning properly. The following types of discharge in men are considered normal:
to ejaculate - it has a white color with a gray tint and a consistency reminiscent of mucus;smegma - appears as a result of the work of the preputial glands, at first it is white, and then it can turn yellow or green;prostate secret - it has a white color, a viscous consistency and a suitable smell;urine - in a healthy person, it has a yellow hue and practically has no smell.
When analyzing the discharge from the urethra, you should pay special attention to exactly what the urine looks like. If it has a strong smell, any impurities or flakes, then it indicates a disorder in the body. Some medications can affect its color and smell, but after stopping, these indicators should normalize.
Causes of physiology
In libidinal urethrorhoea, a mucous discharge can be seen, but it is considered normal. As a rule, mucus appears in the morning when a man experiences sexual excitement. The amount of discharge directly depends on the degree of erection.
Important!In libidinal urethrorhoea, the mucus contains sperm, so there is a chance of pregnancy with unprotected intercourse.
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If a man follows the rules of personal hygiene, the appearance of smegma will not cause discomfort. The white discharge from the urethra is easily washed away with water, and is a result of the work of the glands located on the head of the penis. Smegma moistens the penis and allows the foreskin to slide without discomfort. If hygiene is neglected for a long time, a white liquid will begin to accumulate under the foreskin. In such a situation, the protein part breaks down, which is why the color of the mucus turns green and a bright smell appears.
In the absence of regular sex, spontaneous ejaculation can occur. Most often, wet dreams occur in teenagers, but adult men can also experience them. It is not always possible to accurately determine the causes of urethral discharge in men. In some cases, patients have defecatory prostate. It occurs with high intra-abdominal pressure, sexual neurasthenia or pelvic muscle weakness.
Pathological changes
A person can assume for himself that there are disorders in the body. To do this, you just need to take a closer look at how exactly the mucus from the genital organ has changed. The cause of the disorder may be a tumor, inflammation, injury, sexually transmitted disease, surgery or medication.
Let's consider the characteristic signs that indicate the presence of pathology in the body:
Volume. They can become too abundant or, conversely, almost stop appearing.Impurity. In addition to mucus, lumps, blood, pus or some kind of compaction are often found.Color. Significant turbidity, as well as a change in color to yellow or green, will be an alarming symptom.The smell. A healthy person will experience odorless discharge. Otherwise, there is a sour, fishy or rotten smell.Consistency. Mucus that is too sticky or thick requires a person to see a doctor.
The characteristics of mucus or pus will depend on the provoking factor, immunity and the presence of other pathologies in the body.
Tip! If you notice any of the above changes, contact a professional for help as soon as possible. Self-medication can lead to serious complications.
In order for you to understand how important it is to consult a doctor in a timely manner, we will consider the possible causes of the appearance of pathological discharge from the urethra in men.
sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
Purulent, mucous or purulent-mucous discharge can be observed in sexually transmitted diseases. In the first case, there will be a very persistent unpleasant smell, as well as a yellow or green tint. In addition, the patient may notice severe itching, pain and burning during urination. These symptoms indicate gonorrhea.
Mucous membrane formations will have a transparent color and a rather viscous consistency. The presence of mucus can indicate sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia, mycoplasma or ureaplasma urethritis.
Important!The earlier these diseases are detected, the easier the treatment process will be.
Mucopurulent formations are white or transparent. They occur during an exacerbation of chlamydia, mycoplasmosis or ureaplasmosis. If chlamydia is detected as a result of an STD test, the incubation period will be 3 weeks.
Very often, patients have several sexually transmitted diseases at once, so purulent discharge from the urethra can be combined with mucous membranes. In this sense, doctors do not rely only on symptoms, but also take into account test results.
Inflammatory processes
Inflammation in the body is caused by pathogenic human microflora, which becomes active with weak immunity. Some types of fungi, E. coli and staphylococci are always present on mucous membranes, but they actively reproduce only under stress, long-term use of antibiotics or hypothermia.
Let's consider the diseases that can develop against the background of these changes:
Candidiasis. If thrush begins to develop, a white discharge from the urethra will be visible. In addition, the patient may feel pain in the groin area, involuntary ejaculation, burning sensation and unpleasant odor.Balanoposthitis. With the development of this disease, inflammation of the foreskin occurs, which causes the appearance of pus. In addition, there is severe swelling and acute pain when touching the head of the penis.Non-gonorrheal urethritis. Mucus appears in lumps and in large quantities. A person may also feel itching and a constant urge to go to the toilet. If inflammation occurs in the bladder, you may notice bleeding.
Other reasons
There are a number of cases when discharge from the urethra in men does not indicate venereal processes or inflammation. This includes spermatorrhoea, during which men leak semen when they are aroused. During this process, the patient does not experience the sensation of orgasm, and sperm can appear even outside of sexual intercourse.
In cases where the urethral valve is damaged, bleeding may occur. There will be very little blood, but there will be a lot of pain. These symptoms can be caused by high blood pressure, kidney stones or large amounts of protein in the urine.
Brown discharge with a small amount of pus may appear during bowel movements.
Important!Such a discharge indicates the presence of a malignant tumor, located in the bladder, prostate or urethra.
A clear discharge from the urethra can be a symptom of prosatorrhoea. They arise due to the active work of the prostate. This type of discharge often indicates chronic prostatitis, prostate adenoma or bladder changes.
Even if white discharge in men is not accompanied by itching, pain, swelling or other unpleasant symptoms, it is best to consult a specialist about it. A diagnostic examination will allow you to identify the cause of the changes and treat the pathology at an early stage.