Precum(pre-seed, eithercooper fluid) is a clear, colorless, viscous precum that is secreted from the urethra of the male penis when sexually aroused.
Precum is inevitable during human sexual intercourse.
This secretion is also secreted by the man during masturbation, in preparation for sexual intercourse (for example, caressing) or at the initial stage of copulation, some time before the man fully reaches orgasm and ejaculates.
Precum is formed mainly by the bulbourethral glands (Cooper's glands) as well as the Littre's glands.
The Littre glands are an additional site of presemen formation. These are cluster-shaped tubular-alveolar glands of the urethra, located along their entire length, from the external opening to the neck of the bladder, in the submucosal, fibromuscular and connective tissue layers.
They secrete and secrete mucous fluid, the amount of which increases with sexual arousal.
Along with the secretion of Cooper's glands, the secretion of Littre's glands also serves to hydrate the urethra, to maintain a favorable alkaline reaction for sperm during their passage through the urethra.
The amount of pre-ejaculate released.
The amount of precum secreted by a man varies greatly between individuals. Some men do not produce pre-cum, while others produce up to 5 ml. The pre-seed contains a series of chemicals present in the seed, such as acid phosphatase. And some seminal markers, such as gamma-glutamyltransferase, are completely absent in presemen.
Function performed by the pre-seed
The acidic environment of the man's urethra and the woman's vagina is hostile to man's semen. Pre-semen neutralizes the residual acidity in the urethra caused by urine, thus creating a more favorable environment for the passage of semen.
Normally, the vaginal environment is acidic; Administration of pre-cum before ejaculation can alter the vaginal environment to promote sperm survival. Pre-ejaculation can collect sperm left in the urethra from previous ejaculations.
Pre-semen does not act as a lubricant during sexual intercourse, but it facilitates the passage of sperm through the channel during ejaculation, and also participates in the coagulation of semen.
Risks associated with the release of pre-semen.
Studies have shown the presence of HIV in the majority of precum samples from HIV-infected men. Infection with the immunodeficiency virus leads to HIV infection, the final stage of which is known as AIDS.
Many also express concern that the presence of sperm in pre-semen is impossible and therefore cannot cause pregnancy, using this fact against the use of withdrawn intercourse (withdrawal of the penis) as a method to prevent pregnancy.
No large-scale studies have been conducted to determine the sperm content in precum, but several small studies have suggested that sperm are present in precum.
Greater pre-semen formation.
Some men are concerned about the amount of precum they produce. One doctor described a patient who was confused by pre-cum leaking through his pants during kissing and other mild erotic stimulation.
Several reports have shown satisfactory results when these men were treated with a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor.
In such cases, a doctor recommended a differential diagnosis of prostatorrhea, the discharge of secretions from the prostate during straining associated with urination or defecation.
The discharge during arousal in men is called pre-ejaculation. It protrudes from the opening of the urethra when the boy becomes excited. Precum is secreted by the bulbourethral glands and Littre's glands, which are located along the entire length of the canal, from the external opening to the neck of the bladder.
Discharges during arousal in men perform the following functions::
- ensure the free passage of seminal fluid through the urethra;
- destroy bacteria;
- moisturize and suppress the acidic environment in the urethra.
Pre-cum can also act as a lubricant during intercourse, but in most cases the amount released will not be enough for this. Pre-ejaculation is one of the components of semen. It enters the seminal fluid during ejaculation and mixes with semen, helping to protect sperm from the acidic environment of the woman's vagina.
Healthy pre-ejaculation has the following characteristics:
- without smell;
- transparency;
- goo;
- absence of lumps or inclusions;
- It does not cause unpleasant or painful sensations.
The pre-seed performs cleaning functions, so its consistency may change. A man may experience cloudy lubricant with repeated sexual intercourse, poor hygiene, or before ejaculation. He will be back to normal in 1 or 2 days. Otherwise, the development of a pathogenic process should be suspected.
Symptoms indicating a deviation of the lubricant from the norm.:
- the appearance of fluid from the urethra during the day;
- the appearance of an unpleasant odor;
- pain when urinating;
- formation of excessive amounts of mucus;
- voluntary release of lubrication without sexual arousal;
- presence of third party inclusions;
- changes consistency to become too thick or runny.
These signs are characteristic of pathological processes that indicate the development of diseases.
Unhealthy discharge in men is divided into types:
| spermatorrhea | Random leakage of sperm without reaching orgasm. The cause of the process is the decrease in muscle tone of the vas deferens. Pathology develops due to chronic inflammation. |
| Hematorrhea | Discharge of lubricant mixed with blood. It appears with lesions of the urethral mucosa. |
| Leukocytic urethrorhea | The exudative phase of the inflammatory process, resulting from thermal, mechanical, chemical or viral damage to the urethral mucosa. |
| mucopurulent | They consist of a small amount of leukocytes, serous fluid and glandular secretions. This mucus is characterized by active formation at night. A man notices pus discharge in the morning and yellow stains can be found on his underwear. Mucopurulent discharge appears when the urethra is damaged by bacteria: trichomonas, ureamycoplasma, chlamydia. |
| Purulent | They include a large number of leukocytes, urethral epithelium, mucus and serous fluid. They have a thick consistency and an unpleasant odor. They appear in the form of drops with a yellow or greenish tint. Evidence of the development of gonococcal urethritis, which is formed against the background of chlamydia and gonorrhea. |
Venereologist's boy
The volume of mucus released can be abundant or small. It can be quite difficult to notice poor lubrication. To do this, you have to press the urethra so that liquid comes out through the opening. It dries quickly, forming a film on the membrane of the head of the penis. The slimy consistency causes the urethral sponges to stick together.
For the continuation of the human race, the ability of the man to transmit the seed from him to the woman plays a very important role. Therefore, it is very important for him to take care of his health and masculine strength. Indicators of the condition of the genital organs are discharge from the penis.
They are like alarm bells that indicate normal internal processes or pathology. Discharge in men when aroused deserves special attention. At this point, a small amount of fluid comes out of the penis.
Its thickness, volume, tone and smell indicate the state of the male reproductive organs.
The appearance of natural secretion.
For successful procreation, it is important that during arousal a special liquid is released from the channel of the male organ. It is she who promotes the movement of sperm towards the female cell for fertilization.
Once sperm enter the vagina, many obstacles appear in their path. First of all, this is an acidic environment in which most male cells die. It is the secretion that forms during the erection that helps reduce acidity.
Usually, male secretion is absolutely transparent in color, without unpleasant odor and in small quantities. A medium thick consistency is considered normal.
The appearance of secretion occurs not only during sexual arousal, but also in the morning, when the organ is in a state of erection. Also, liquid discharge appears during gentle caresses with the woman you love. This is how the body prepares for intimacy.
Depending on the degree of arousal, the mucus can have different volumes. With a strong sexual desire, more discharge occurs. In addition, the individuality of the male body must be taken into account. The volume of fluid released can reach up to 5 mg.
Along with secretion during arousal, a man can have sperm, which sometimes achieve their goal.
The natural secretion that comes out of the penis during sexual activity is, of course, sperm. It is made up of sperm and natural mucus from the male organ. It has a whitish color and a thick character. It comes out of the penis as a result of the release of sexual intercourse.
Discharge indicators are within normal limits.
The volume of fluid that should be released when a man is aroused varies. The physiology of the body has a lot of influence. Everyone knows their limits if they take care of themselves regularly.
But if a change occurs in the amount and nature of mucus, it is important to consult a doctor. If he discovers the cause in time, he can really avoid problems.
In most cases, such changes indicate pathology, although there are exceptions.
If a man has not had sexual intercourse for a long time, the secretion during erection increases significantly. Additionally, they become thicker than usual. And he seems a little cloudier. It is important that there is no yellow tint or blood elements. The norm of male secretion during arousal should correspond to the following characteristics:
- transparent watery color;
- without a clearly expressed unpleasant odor;
- medium thickness.
It is important to note that this type of male discharge is influenced by lifestyle and physical illnesses. If a gentleman refrains from intimacy with a woman for a long time, this will undoubtedly affect the discharge. Bad habits and eating habits are also risk factors. Constant stress and emotional crises lead to a weakened immune system and weakness in the body.
Sometimes discharge from the penis during strong arousal causes defecation. From a physiological point of view, this is the norm. But the situation should not be frequent.
The secretion that comes out of the penis contains sperm. If they are of poor quality or the man suffers from inflammation of the prostate, the secreted fluid changes color. In addition, its smell and consistency must correspond to the standard.
A natural reaction to poor intimate hygiene is the appearance of smegma. This special type of discharge occurs in the skin folds near the head of the male genital organ. Smegma usually causes inflammation or infection.
During adolescence, children experience nocturnal emissions during puberty. As a result of erotic dreams, strong arousal occurs. This leads to an erection, after which voluntary ejaculation is observed. Wet dreams for the stronger sex are a physiological norm.
Change in secretion as a sign of disease.
Unfortunately, men are not immune to sexual diseases. And since the body is created in an amazing way, the development of an infection can be determined by the secretion released. Some ailments are detected only with this sign. Therefore, men must carefully monitor changes in the nature of their sexual secretions.
Unnatural discharge during erection often indicates the following changes:
- inflammation of the urinary tract, caused by the proliferation of pathological microorganisms;
- infections transmitted through intimate relationships;
- malignant formations;
- postoperative problems;
- Injuries to the genitourinary organs.
Depending on the degree of the disease, penile discharge may be abundant or scarce. Additionally, pus or blood elements enter the transparent liquid through the hole in the head of the penis. This causes a change in color and thickness.
A viscous, colorless discharge that occurs in young people during sexual arousal often indicates the presence of a pathological infection. In case of serious complications, pus appears that accumulates on the head of the penis and glues the foreskin.
Various infectious infections manifest themselves not only in changes in male secretions. They are accompanied by a feeling of itching in the genital organ and its swelling. The causes of the changes are the following pathologies:
- prostatorrhea;
- balanoposthitis;
- hematuria;
- non-gonorrheic urethritis.
If a man notices obvious changes in his fluid that occur during arousal, he should immediately consult a doctor. It is important to identify the disease at an early stage of development to avoid complications.
To react in time to the appearance of an infection, men are recommended to periodically monitor their discharge. This applies to both the calm state of the penis and sexual arousal. Regular visits to the urologist for preventive examinations serve as reliable protection of your manhood.
High in men: normal or abnormal?
Downloads from the human body.it means a lot. Usually, its presence indicates a state of health or any pathology, the development of diseases or infectious processes. In some cases, the discharge itself should be absent, for example, with a runny nose, it is obvious that the person is sick. The same goes for ear discharge.
In the case of the reproductive system, everything is somewhat more complicated: fluids come out of the genitals, their natural openings, which in some cases are normal, but in others they will serve as one of the symptoms of the disease. And sometimes discharge from the penis is the only symptom of a serious illness developing.
It is impossible to accurately determine the cause and how normal the presence of current discharge is by its appearance. To confirm or refute the diagnosis, a laboratory test is always required, which requires a visit to a urologist. Only based on the test results does the doctor determine the appropriate treatment.
The presence of discharge during sexual arousal deserves special attention.when a man has an erection and fluid begins to flow through the urethral opening. It is important to pay attention to its consistency, smell, quantity, color. Let's consider in what cases you should fear for your own health if discharge appears during sexual arousal.
Physiological discharge during excitement.
Libidinal urethrorrhea- This is a secret secreted by the gonads. It appears in all men when they are excited. The amount of discharge is small and can form during sexual intercourse. In some cases, the secretion is released in large volumes.
Norm or deviation?
How to determine whether a normal amount of secretion is released during excitement? Every man's physiology can be different and volume standards are no secret. However, if a person notices thatfor no reason the volume of the liquid increases, changes in consistency, smell and color, this is a sign of the presence of infection, inflammation, problems with the genitals, etc.
There may be exceptions to this situation. So, if a man has not had sex for a long time, the secretion increases in volume. It may be a little thicker, cloudier, but there should be no yellow tint, blood streaks, or other changes. Maximum: a little cloudiness.
A normal secret must have the following characteristics:
- no unpleasant odor;
- transparent color;
- medium thick consistency.
Factors that can influence the characteristics of secretion.:
- diseases;
- nutritional characteristics (foods consumed);
- abstinence from sexual activity;
- stress and bad lifestyle, weakened immunity.
In some cases, the release of secretions during arousal triggers the act of defecation. From a physiological point of view, this process is considered normal, although its formation should be rare.
smegma- another type of secretion that forms during excitement. If hygiene is not respected, a substance can form in the folds of the skin of the penis. If this process occurs, the possibility of developing inflammation and infections increases.
Semen must also have a certain consistency, smell and color. However, its features and characteristics may depend on individual characteristics. It is first released from the penis during sexual intercourse or masturbation.
During a wet dream, sperm is also released.Wet dream– a condition in which a man experiences erection, arousal and ejaculation during sleep. Wet dreams often occur in adolescents during puberty.
What pathologies could they be?:
- the result of a change in the pathogenic flora itself (not dangerous, but requires medical supervision, since there is an increased risk of developing diseases and inflammation against the background of an increased number of pathogenic bacteria and microorganisms);
- sexually transmitted infections;
- tumors, cancerous diseases – oncological processes;
- the result of injury, penile curvature or other acquired or congenital physiological disorders;
- consequences of surgical intervention (require a special approach and more careful monitoring).
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The severity of discharge and symptoms that are not characteristic of the normal state of discharge are influenced by the following factors::
- cause (disease, infection, inflammation, etc. );
- severity (degree of development of the disease);
- immunity;
- concomitant diseases;
- duration of the cause of the disease.
It is important to understand that the disease cannot be accurately determined by the symptoms of discharge. Results and treatment can only be discussed after an accurate diagnosis has been made. .
STD discharge
With sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the nature of the discharge changes. Let's consider the main diseases in which these changes occur, depending on the nature of the discharge from the penis during arousal.
mucus secretion
This is a sign of the following diseases:
- chlamydia;
- mycoplasmosis;
- ureaplasmosis.
At the same time, the consistency is liquid, but it seems to stretch, reminiscent of mucus. The color is transparent, it practically does not differ from the norm.
Mucous discharge with purulent streaks.
The color in this case is white, but not transparent. There is a milky tint. Leukocytes can also be recorded in the composition.
Diseases can be the following with this type of secretion:
- trichomoniasis;
- chlamydia;
- ureaplasmosis.
In some cases, the secretion is formed not only during excitement, but also in a calm state. The liquid seems to stick to the head of the penis and dries quickly.
purulent discharge
In this case, the consistency is a thick, sticky, opaque, yellowish liquid, sometimes with a greenish tint. It has an unpleasant smell. The mucus contains many leukocytes. Normally in this case we are talking about gonorrhea.
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Discharge during inflammation.
If a man does not suffer from sexually transmitted diseases, we are talking about an inflammatory process, or more precisely, about the possible presence of it in the body.
The causal agents may be the following.:
- streptococcus;
- candida;
- coli;
- staphylococcus
Non-gonorrheic urethritis
An inflammatory process in the urethra, a channel that allows fluid to pass. In this case, the nature of the selection may be the following:
- presence of mucus;
- presence of pus;
- stickiness;
- turbidity.
In this case, there is pain, itching and discomfort.
balanoposthitis
In this case, the discharge contains pus, is abundant and is accompanied by unpleasant sensations and pain. Inflammation of the foreskin should be treated as quickly as possible. The disease is accompanied by redness and swelling.
Prostatitis
With prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate gland), mucus is observed in the form of discharge, often with pus. At the same time, there are problems with potency, there is a frequent urge to urinate, when it is impossible to completely empty the bladder. Accompanied by pain.
Candidiasis
Candidiasis manifests itself as a discharge that looks like cottage cheese. In this case, there is intense itching, the penis turns red, especially the head.
Treatment
Treatment may be prescribed by your doctor. Depending on the identified disease, appropriate medications are prescribed. Generally thisantibiotics, which are also different. Some antibiotics fight sexually transmitted infections, others are aimed at suppressing the pathogenic environment: Candida and other fungal microorganisms.
Conclusion
Discharge from the penis, or more precisely, from the urethral canal during arousal, can have certain consequences if ignored.
What you need to know about discharge during arousal.:
- The normal state of the liquid secreted by the head of the penis is transparent, white, without unpleasant odor, pus or blood.
- Alterations in secretion may indicate the development of inflammatory processes associated with sexually transmitted infections, as well as sexually transmitted diseases.
- The characteristics of the symptoms may depend on the duration of the development of the disease, its characteristics and the immunity of the person.
In some cases, a change in secretion is normal if there are objective reasons for this: changes in diet, concomitant diseases, abstinence from sexual activity.