Discharge from the urethra in men: norm and pathology

Like women, representatives of the stronger sex can also experience discharge from the genitals. They may indicate a disorder in the body or simply indicate the normal functioning of the genitourinary system. Due to the relevance of this topic, we would like to discuss 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 are considered normal for men:

• ejaculate– has a white color with a gray tinge and the consistency resembles mucus;
• Smegma- arises from the work of the foreskin glands, is initially white, but can then turn yellow or green;
• Prostate secret– has a white color, a viscous consistency and a corresponding smell;
• urine– In a healthy person it has a yellow hue and practically no smell.

When analyzing urethral discharge, you should pay close attention to what the urine looks like. If it has a strong odor, impurities or flakes, this indicates a disorder in the body. Some medications can affect the color and smell, but after discontinuation these indicators should normalize.

Causes of Physiology

In libidinal urethral rhea, mucous discharge may be observed, but is considered normal. As a rule, mucus appears in the morning when a man feels sexual excitement. The frequency of discharge directly depends on the degree of erection.

Important!In libidinal urethritis, the mucus contains sperm, so there is a possibility of pregnancy if unprotected sexual intercourse occurs.

If a man follows the rules of personal hygiene, the appearance of smegma does not cause any discomfort. White discharge from the urethra is easily washed off with water; it arises from the work of the glands located on the glans. Smegma moisturizes the penis and allows the foreskin to slide smoothly. If hygiene is neglected for a long time, white fluid begins to accumulate under the foreskin. In such a situation, the protein portion breaks down, causing the color of the mucus to turn green and produce a bright smell.

Without regular sex, spontaneous ejaculation can occur. Wet dreams most commonly occur in teenagers, but adult men can also be affected. It is not always possible to accurately determine the causes of urethral discharge in men. In some cases, patients suffer from defecation prostatorrhea. It occurs with high intra-abdominal pressure, sexual neurasthenia, or weakness of the pelvic muscles.

Pathological changes

A man himself may suspect that there are disorders in the body. To do this, you just need to look closely at how the mucus from the genital organ has changed. The cause of the disorder can 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:

1. Volume.They can appear too frequently or, conversely, almost no longer appear.
2. Pollution.In addition to mucus, there are often lumps, blood, pus or some kind of compaction.
3. Color.Severe cloudiness and a color change to yellow or green are an alarming symptom.
4. Odor.A healthy person has odorless discharge. Otherwise there will be a sour, fishy or putrid smell.
5. Consistency.Mucus that is too sticky or thick requires a visit to the doctor.

The properties of mucus or pus depend on the provoking factor, immunity and the presence of other pathologies in the body.

Advice!If you notice any of the above changes, contact a specialist as soon as possible. Self-treatment can lead to serious complications.

So that you understand how important it is to see 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)

With sexually transmitted diseases, purulent, mucous or purulent-mucous discharge can be observed. In the first case, there is a very persistent unpleasant odor and a yellow or green tint. In addition, the patient may experience severe itching, pain and burning when urinating. These symptoms indicate gonorrhea.

The mucous formations have a transparent color and a fairly viscous consistency. The presence of mucus may indicate sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia, mycoplasma or ureaplasma urethritis.

Important!The earlier these diseases are detected, the easier the treatment process is.

Mucopurulent formations are white or translucent. They occur during an exacerbation of chlamydia, mycoplasmosis or ureaplasmosis. If an STD test detects chlamydia, the incubation period is 3 weeks.

Very often, patients suffer from several sexually transmitted diseases at the same time, so purulent discharge from the urethra can be combined with mucous membranes. Doctors don’t just rely on symptoms, but also take test results into account.

Inflammatory processes

Inflammation in the body occurs due to pathogenic human microflora, which becomes active when immunity is weak. Some types of fungi, E. coli and staphylococci, are always present on the mucous membranes, but actively multiply only under stress, long-term use of antibiotics or hypothermia.

Let's consider diseases that can develop against the background of these changes:

1. Candidiasis.When thrush begins to develop, white discharge from the urethra is visible. In addition, the patient may experience pain in the groin, involuntary ejaculation, burning and an unpleasant odor.
2. Balanoposthitis.With the development of this disease, inflammation of the foreskin occurs, which provokes the appearance of pus. In addition, there is severe swelling and acute pain when touching the glans.
3. Non-gonorrheic urethritis.Mucus appears in clumps and in large quantities. A man may also experience itching and a constant urge to go to the toilet. If inflammation occurs in the bladder, bleeding may occur.

Different reasons

There are a number of cases when discharge from the urethra in men does not indicate sexually transmitted diseases or inflammation. This includes spermatorrhea, in which sperm is released in men when they are excited. During this process, the patient does not feel the sensation of orgasm and sperm may appear even outside of sexual intercourse.

If the urethral valve is damaged, bleeding can occur. There will be very little blood, but there will be severe pain. These symptoms can be caused by high blood pressure, kidney stones, or large amounts of protein in the urine.

Brown discharge with some pus may occur during bowel movements.

Important!Such discharge indicates the presence of a malignant tumor located in the bladder, prostate or urethra.

Clear discharge from the urethra can be a symptom of prostatorrhea. They arise from the active work of the prostate. This type of discharge often indicates chronic prostatitis, prostate adenoma, or changes in the bladder.

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 this. A diagnostic examination allows you to identify the cause of the changes and treat the pathology at an early stage.