Discharge in men during arousal is a normal physiological phenomenon caused by processes occurring in the organs of the reproductive system.
In medicine, discharge from the urethra at the time of sexual stimulation is defined as libidinal urethrorrhea.
The amount of secretion can vary, as can its nature.When an erection occurs, as a rule, a transparent liquid of medium thickness comes out of the urethra.Its amount and duration of release depends on the severity of sexual arousal.
Important: The secretion in men when aroused contains active sperm (in small quantities) which, penetrating the woman's vagina, can fertilize the egg.
Therefore, representatives of the stronger sex should be careful if their partner's pregnancy is not planned.
In some situations, the amount of secretion is too abundant and this may indicate the development of diseases of the genitourinary tract.Let's try to find out which phenomena are considered a deviation from the norm, and which should not be a cause for concern.
Pathological conditions
By evaluating the discharge from the urethra in men, one can judge the state of their genitourinary system.
The appearance of unusual discharge from the urethra is often a symptom of the development of pathological disorders.Furthermore, some diseases may be suspected solely on this basis, since other specific phenomena may be absent.Given this, it is important to be attentive to any change in the quality and quantity of the secretion released.
Nonspecific secretion in men during excitement or at rest often indicates the development of the following pathologies:
- Inflammatory processes in the genitourinary tract caused by opportunistic microorganisms or infectious agents.
- Diseases that are transmitted through the genital tract (STD).
- Oncological pathologies.
- Complications after surgery
- Consequences of injury to the genitourinary system.
The secretion secreted by the urethra can be scarce, appear in moderate or abundant quantities.Additionally, it may contain blood or pus.The color of the liquid can also be different: transparent, yellowish, greenish, etc.The consistency of the discharge (thick or liquid), like other characteristics, depends on the nature of the origin of the disorder and the type of pathogen.There are also factors such as the severity of the inflammatory process, the state of the immune system and the presence of concomitant diseases.
Transparent, sticky discharge in men when excited or at rest may indicate the following infectious pathologies: mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis.This pathological secretion contains a large percentage of leukocytes.In the complicated course of these diseases, purulent impurities can be found in the secretion.When chlamydia develops, fluid builds up and adheres to the head of the penis, sticking the foreskin together.
Most often, unusual discharge is a consequence of other infectious pathologies.We are talking about candidiasis infection, staphylococcus or streptococcus, E. coli, etc.Men are worried not only about foreign discharge, but also other signs of damage: itching, hyperemia, swelling of the tissues of the external genital organs.
The following factors can provoke the appearance of pathological discharge:
- non-gonorrheic urethritis;
- hematorrhoea;
- prostatorrhea;
- balanoposthitis;
- spermatorrhea.
If men observe changes in the nature of discharge from the urethra, they should definitely consult a specialist, be examined and, if necessary, undergo appropriate treatment.
Normal conditions
To distinguish pathological secretion from physiological one, it is necessary to know what is considered normal.
- Libidinal urethrorrhea- that is, a secretion formed under the influence of sexual stimulation.
- sperm- fluid that comes out of the urethra during ejaculation.This secretion is white and contains a high percentage of sperm and gonad secretions.Sperm appear during orgasm at the end of sexual intercourse, masturbation or during wet dreams.
- smegma- a secretion secreted by glands located in the glans area.Smegma does not appear in men who regularly carry out hygiene procedures and keep their penis clean.
Conclusion
So, we found out what kind of discharge in men during arousal is a natural physiological phenomenon, and we also found out what should be alarming and become a reason to contact a specialist.
Representatives of the stronger sex are recommended to periodically undergo preventive examinations with a urologist and be attentive to their health.