Allocation in men after arousal is a normal physiological phenomenon due to the processes that occur in the organs of the reproductive system.
In medicine, the secretion of secretions from the urethra at the time of sexual stimulation is defined by the term libidinal urethra.
The amount of discharges can be different, as well as their nature. When an erection occurs, as a rule, a clear fluid of medium density comes out of the urethra. Its amount and duration of excretion depend on the severity of sexual arousal.
Important: the discharge in men, when aroused, contains active sperm (in small quantities), which can penetrate the female vagina and fertilize the egg.
Therefore, members of the stronger sex should be careful in case the pregnancy of the partner is not planned.
In some situations, the amount of discharge is excessive and this may indicate the development of genitourinary tract disease. Let’s try to understand which phenomena are considered deviations from the norm and which should not be a cause for concern.
Pathological conditions
By assessing urethral discharge in men, one can judge the condition of their genitourinary system.
The appearance of uncharacteristic secretion from the urethra often serves as a symptom of the development of pathological disorders. In addition, some diseases can be suspected only on this basis, because other specific phenomena may be absent. Given this, it is important to be alert to any changes in the quality and quantity of secretions secreted.
Nonspecific discharge in men with arousal or at rest often indicates the development of such pathologies:
- Inflammatory processes in the genitourinary tract caused by opportunistic microorganisms or infectious agents.
- Diseases infected with the genital tract (STD).
- Oncological pathologies.
- Complications after surgery.
- Consequences of trauma on the organs of the genitourinary system.
The secretion secreted from the urethra may be scarce, appearing in moderate or copious amounts. In addition, it may contain impurities of blood or pus. The color of the liquid can also be different - transparent, yellowish, greenish, etc. The consistency of the discharge (thick or liquid), as well as 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 accompanying diseases.
Viscous transparent discharge in men, when aroused or at rest, may indicate such infectious pathologies: mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis. Such a pathological secretion contains a large percentage of leukocytes. With the complicated course of these diseases, purulent impurities can be found in the discharge. If chlamydia develops, fluid builds up and sticks to the head of the penis, sticking to the foreskin.
Often, uncharacteristic discharge is the result of other infectious pathologies. We are talking about infection with candidiasis, staphylococcus or streptococcus, Escherichia coli and so on. Men are worried not only about the unusual discharge, but also other signs of damage - itching, hyperemia, swelling of the tissues of the external genitalia.
The reasons for the appearance of pathological secretion can be the following factors:
- non-gonorrheal urethritis;
- hematorrhea;
- prostatorrhea;
- balanoposthitis;
- spermatorrhoea.
If men notice changes in the nature of the discharge from the urethra, then they should definitely seek expert advice, be examined and, if necessary, undergo appropriate treatment.
Common conditions
To distinguish between pathological and physiological discharge, you need to know what is considered the norm.
- Libidal urethrosis- that is, a secret created under the influence of sexual stimulation.
- Sperm- fluid that comes out of the urethra during ejaculation. Such a discharge is white in color, contains a high percentage of sperm and the secretion of the gonads. Sperm is produced during orgasm at the end of intercourse, masturbation or during ejaculation.
- Smegma- a secretion secreted by glands located in the area of the glans penis. Smegma does not occur in men who regularly perform hygienic procedures and monitor the cleanliness of the penis.
Conclusion
So, we discovered what a discharge is in men during arousal is a natural physiological phenomenon, and we also understood what should be alarming and became a reason to contact a specialist.
Representatives of the stronger sex are recommended to undergo regular preventive examinations by a urologist and are careful about their health!