Allocation in men: norm or pathology?

Discharge from the penis of a man can tell about his male health, the presence of diseases of the genitourinary system. Often, discharge is the only or one symptom of a serious disease, so you need to be very careful about themObserve changes in colour, smell, consistency etc.

Discharge from the male genital organ refers to all discharge from the urethra, sebaceous and skin glands, the prostate duct and the ejaculatory duct. Depending on the nature of their occurrence, they are divided into physiological and pathological. The latter is the prostate, bladder or genitourinary systemof other organs appear as a result of the development of an infectious, inflammatory or other disease.

Everything is normal: physical discharge

There are three types of bodily secretions that, to one degree or another, come out of the penis, and do not indicate the presence of diseases:

• urethra;
• smegma;
• Sperm

urethritis

In most cases, the clear discharge in men is libido or physiological urethritis. It is a transparent colored secret that is secreted by the urethral glands. A secret flows from the urethra, usually at the time of arousal. The secret is aimed at the passage of sperm. The first is to lubricate the tubes.

The amount of urine excreted may be negligible or quite abundant. This depends on the duration of sexual abstinence, as well as on the individual characteristics of the man. With the urethra, in small amounts, after long-term abstinence from sexual contactSperm may be released, which will change its color.

It is worth noting that in the case when the amount of discharge has exceeded normal, it is necessary to consult a doctor, since such a phenomenon may indicate the development of the disease.

sclera

Smegma, also called preputial lubrication, is secreted by glands located on the foreskin. The secret is intended to reduce the friction between the head of the penis and the foreskin. Smegma is released continuously. During puberty, it can become moreis, until old age - less.

Smegma is composed of fat and bacteria. It accumulates under the inner leaf of the foreskin. Subject to daily hygiene procedures, the secret is easily washed away. Otherwise, its accumulation is an excellent environment for the growth of bacteria, an inflammatoryleads to the process. If the grease is not washed off in time (this should be done at least once a day), it begins to disintegrate and rot. This causes it to change color from white-transparent to yellow or green. There is an unpleasant smell.

Sperm

Sperm refers to the bodily secretions from the male sex organ. Usually semen is a mixture of genital and spermatozoa secretions, which are released during sexual contact or masturbation. However men also face the involuntary release of spermatozoa, which is calledThese are called wet dreams. Most often they occur in adolescent boys, when puberty occurs, or with prolonged abstinence. Involuntary ejaculation occurs at night or early in the morning, as it is associated with the production of testosterone.

Natural male secretions also include urine, which may be transparent, yellowish or light brown in color, and prostate secretions. The distinctive smell of sperm will help differentiate prostoria. The discharge is thick and whitish in color. Changes, their color and odor, as well as the appearance of cloudiness or mucus, may be the first signs of prostatitis or cancer.

pathological discharge

The causes of pathological discharge can be very different. Includes:

• inflammatory processes caused by a conditionally pathogenic own flora;
• oncological diseases;
• std;
• Consequences of operations or injuries.

In addition, the pathological discharges vary in color. They can be white, grey, yellow, brown and so on. Also, there may be an admixture of blood or pus. The nature of the discharge may be rare or abundant, They can be allocated continuously or periodically, for example, in the morning or after going to the toilet, and so on.

Different diseases often have similar secretions, but at the same time, a disease can manifest itself in different ways in different representatives of the stronger sex. It is impossible to self-diagnose the disease by secretions. If you look at their color, abundanceIf you notice any change in the smell or appearance of mucus, blood or pus mixture, you should definitely go to a doctor and undergo the necessary studies.

Discharge from the penis linked to an STD

Sexually transmitted diseases are most often caused by:

1. Mucous transparent secretions, which are viscous. Typically, their small number indicates the presence of mycoplasmal or ureaplasmic urethritis, or the development of chronic chlamydia. Microscopic examination shows a moderate amount of leukocytes.
2. A transparent or whitish mucopurulent discharge accompanies mycoplasmosis or ureaplasmosis. They can also accompany chlamydia. In this case, the discharge sticks to the head of the penis.
3. Purulent discharge in men indicates gonorrhea. They can be brown, yellow or green in color, have an unpleasant putrid odor and are very dense. They also have an increased number of leukocytes and microscopic particles of the epithelium. Abundance diseaseOther symptoms of gonorrhea are itching and burning, which increases after going to the toilet, pain and discomfort in the genital area.

A feature of sexually transmitted diseases is that several infections simultaneously become their causative agents. In this case, the nature and amount of discharge can change significantly along with the course of the disease, therefore, clinical studies from discharge aloneWithout the disease it is impossible to diagnose.

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. Upon completion of the course of treatment, the disease returns with renewed vigorAttacks, so you should not start the disease and self-medicate. The appointment of effective treatment depends on the correct diagnosis. And it is impossible to establish it based only on the nature of the discharge.

Discharge associated with non-rheumatic inflammation

In the body of each person, the so-called conditionally pathogenic flora is constantly present, for example, Candida fungi, E. coli, streptococcus and others. Usually it does not make itself felt, but under certain conditions (hypothermia, stress, weakening of the immune system) it can cause an inflammatory process.

Diseases of the urogenital system, the causative agent of which is its own flora, are also accompanied by secretions:

1. Mucopurulent discharge often accompanies non-gonococcal urethritis (inflammation of the urethra). Their distinguishing feature is a slight deepening, which may increase between large obstructions of urination. The disease is not characterized by other symptoms (pain, itching), orThey are expressed very weakly.
2. Balanoposthitis is accompanied by abundant mucous secretions of yellow or green color, sometimes with pus. Symptoms of inflammation of the foreskin are its intense redness, as well as headache and redness of the penis.
3. The presence of prostatitis is characterized by cloudy discharge after urination. During the period of the acute form of the disease, the discharge becomes very abundant, and when it passes into the chronic form, it changes color to white and in quantitygets reduced.
4. Candidiasis or thrush caused by the Candida fungus is accompanied by a characteristic sourish discharge with a characteristic sour odor. There is redness on the head and foreskin, there may be pain or itching. With antibiotics, chemotherapy or radio wave treatment, candidiasis can be caused by-There are other factors that affect the immune system as well.
5. Gardnerellosis of the urethra occurs as a result of a violation of the microflora (dysbacteriosis) and is accompanied by rare secretions of yellow or green color with a characteristic fishy odor.

discharge not associated with the inflammatory process

Discharges that are not accompanied by the inflammatory process are extremely rare in the stronger sex. The cause of such secretions is mechanical damage, diseases of the nervous system, oncology, etc.

1. Spermatoria - spontaneously flowing sperm. The appearance of such secretions is in no way associated with intercourse or masturbation. The flow of semen is not accompanied by an orgasm. The cause of this phenomenon is most often neurological diseases, as well as spinalThere are also injuries to the vas deferens. The vas deferens lose its tone and ability to retain sperm.
2. Hematoria is bloody discharge from the urethra. Hematoria appears as a result of mechanical damage to the urethra in the process of a smear, instrumental examination, installing a catheter, etc. Also, spotting after urination may indicate kidney stones, tumors or some other serious conditioncan give.
3. Prostatorrhea - secretion of prostate secretions. The cause of prostoria is lax muscles of the excretory duct of the prostate gland. Similar phenomenon often occurs with prostatitis or adenoma.
4. Brown discharge with or without mucus may indicate cancer of the prostate, bladder, penis or urethra. The discharge may contain blood clots or pus.

Examination to help determine the cause of the discharge

The presence of pathological discharge can be associated with various diseases. Only a qualified doctor can determine the exact cause of the discharge and prescribe the correct treatment.

A patient who complains of discharge from the penis is required to undergo a series of studies that will help determine the cause of their appearance. Beginning examination by a doctor of the genital area for rashes, redness and other visible symptomsThis is done with a detailed examination. Often a discharge remains on the underwear, which is also carefully examined by the doctor.

One of the essential steps of the examination is palpation of the lymph nodes. The doctor checks whether they are enlarged, whether they remain mobile or motionless, whether pain appears when pressed, etc.

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

The following clinical studies also help to establish the cause of the discharge:

• general blood analysis;
• wide urinal;
• blood sugar test (taken in the morning on an empty stomach);
• smear from the urethra;
• Culture of urinary secretions.

In the case of an infectious disease, the smear plays an important role in making the diagnosis. This study allows not only to establish the pathogen, but also to determine the prescription of the disease, its course, etc. An inflammatory process associated with infectionThe presence of is indicated by an increased number of leukocytes. The criterion in the field of view does not consider more than 4 leukocytes.

In order for the smear to give the most accurate information about the patient's state of health, it is necessary to prepare for the procedure. Before taking the smear, you can not urinate for at least 2 hours, as well as water proceduresCan. In addition, it is necessary to stop local treatment with antibiotics or other drugs for three days. The course of treatment with oral antibiotics or injections should be completed 2 weeks before the study.

If the discharge in men with odor is abundant or other signs of the disease are observed, the doctor may prescribe:

• ultrasound of the kidneys, bladder or prostate;
• computed tomography;
• Urography.

The doctor can diagnose cancer only after the results of the biopsy.

If a patient seeks help for profuse spotting, 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 genital organ can be a symptom of a serious disease. But remember that only a doctor during a personal examination and research can determine the cause of this unpleasant phenomenon. Self-medication only exacerbates the problem, and complicationsIf you are concerned about the health of your men, if abnormal discharge appears, do not postpone the visit to the urologist.