The transparent discharge that accompanies an erection is the norm.This physiological secretion moistens the penis.If the discharge has an odor, contains blood impurities, or has an unnatural color, this is an alarming "bell" that should not be ignored under any circumstances.This symptomatology can characterize the development of pathology, and a rather serious one.
Norms and deviations from the norm
Normal physiological secretions
The health of the male genitourinary system can be assessed by the physiological discharge from the urethra (urethra) during erection:
- Urethrorrhea.This condition is characterized by the production of clear secretions during erection.This happens in the morning after a night's rest and when the penis hardens before intercourse.The amount of secretion for each man is individual.The secretion helps sperm pass through the urethra during orgasm.This condition is not pathological.The secretion contains a small number of male reproductive cells.
- Smegma.This substance consists of fat, which is produced by the sebaceous glands and dead epithelial cells.The place where the fat-like substance is produced is under the skin that covers the head of the penis.If the young man observes the rules of personal hygiene, then this material is washed off after bathing.
If these rules are not followed, discharge appears during erection.This secretion may not have a very pleasant smell, because it is fertile ground for the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms.
Harmful flora, in turn, can trigger various diseases of the genitourinary system - prostatitis, urethritis, urethroprostatitis, cystitis.
Pathological discharge
Any secretion that appears during erection and goes beyond physiology is pathological and mainly indicates an inflammatory process that most often develops in the urethra.The cause may be infectious or non-infectious.
What infections trigger the production of pathological secretions during erection:
- gonorrhea;
- trichomoniasis;
- chlamydia;
- inflammation of ureaplasma and mycoplasma;
- candidiasis;
- genital herpes.
Non-infectious factors of the inflammatory process:
- allergies;
- mechanical effect on the mucous membrane of the urethra, which results in its damage;
- poisoning with aggressive chemicals, taking medication;
- narrowing of the urethral lumen.
The secretions released during an erection can be distinguished by their transparency and color.
These characteristics depend directly on the stage of the inflammatory process and etiology.
The secret could be:
- cloudy (with the presence of a large number of pathogenic microorganisms);
- gray, thick consistency (explained by the presence of dead epithelium);
- yellow, green - this means the secretion contains pus (increased level of leukocytes);
- with a mixture of blood.
Important!It is impossible to say for sure what disease a man has by looking at his discharge.It is necessary to undergo tests to accurately determine the cause of the inflammatory process.
White, transparent, yellow secret
the secret of whiteness
White discharge during erection in men is due to several reasons.
They can be the cause of candidiasis, but in this case, not only the secretions secreted at the time of sexual stimulation will be present, but the following symptoms will also be observed:
- plaque appears on the head of the penis, which has an unpleasant sour smell;
- the penis begins to itch, a burning sensation appears, and sometimes there is pain in the perineal area;
- discharge occurs not only during erection, but also during and after urination;
- the head of the male penis becomes covered with reddish spots;pain is also observed during sexual intercourse.
Important!Any inflammatory process of the genitourinary system can cause prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate), which in turn leads to adenoma and prostate cancer.
Transparent choice
- With chlamydia and ureaplasmosis in men, a transparent mucus secretion is secreted during erection.The more severe form is characterized by an increase in the number of leukocytes, so the discharge takes on a green or yellow color.
- With trichomoniasis and gonorrhea, a clear secretion is observed, and the discharge is quite abundant.It happens when the penis hardens before sexual intercourse and can "chase" a man day and night in a calm state.The disease is also characterized by painful sensations and cramps during and after urination.
Yellow discharge
Discharge with purulent impurities has a yellow color due to the content of urethral epithelium, a large number of leukocytes, and urethral mucus.Such discharge most often indicates that a man has contracted a sexually transmitted disease.
- With gonorrhea in men, after urination, during sexual stimulation, a thick secretion with a strong unpleasant odor is released, and the urination process is accompanied by severe pain.
- With trichomoniasis, the same discharge appears, but this disease is dangerous because it often does not show itself for a long time.Severe symptoms include burning and cramping during and after urination, and the urge is frequent.There is pain in the genital area and perineum.
Keep in mind that the normal discharge in men that accompanies an erection is transparent and odorless.If it is modified, you should immediately visit a urologist!
An unpleasant smell and secret blood
Secretion with smell
Discharge accompanied by an odor, but transparent or whitish, may indicate poor personal hygiene or impaired metabolism, which is facilitated by many diseases, for example diabetes.In men with diabetes, secretions during sexual stimulation can be so strong that they fill their underwear.
Infectious causes
Almost always in men, discharge, which is accompanied by an unpleasant smell, is a symptom of an infectious lesion of the genitourinary system.
What can trigger an infectious disease of the genitourinary system, which is accompanied by discharge during erection:
- weak immune system;
- intestinal dysbiosis;
- taking antibiotics or corticosteroids for a long time;
- compression underwear (synthetic);
- free sex.
What diseases in men can be indicated by a clear discharge during sexual stimulation that has an unpleasant smell:
- balanitis;
- balanoposthitis;
- cystitis;
- urethritis prostatitis;
- urethroprostatitis.
Bloody discharge
If a man does not undergo various medical procedures that can cause damage to the mucous membrane of the urethra, and he experiences bleeding during erection or ejaculation, this is a serious symptom that may indicate the presence of an adenoma (benign tumor) or prostate cancer.
What factors can cause bloody discharge:
- Pathogenic infection.Blood is present in the discharge if a man is infected with gonorrhea, trichomonas, or candidal urethritis.In this case, the amount of blood released depends on how strong the inflammation is.
- Medical procedures.
Another reason for bleeding during sexual stimulation may be injury to the mucous membrane of the urethra, if a medical worker rudely performs, for example, bougienage (a method of diagnosis and treatment used for diseases of the hollow organs of the genitourinary system).
But in this case, the discharge mixed with blood will be short-lived.Another common reason is catheterization (catheter installation and removal), cystoscopy (endoscopic method to diagnose bladder disease).The blood in such cases has a red color, without any admixture of clots.
- stoneDischarge during ejaculation in men is one of the symptoms of calcification (stones) moving through the ureter.In this case, the mucus is transparent, but ichor or a mixture of blood will be visible.Urination is accompanied by pain.The secretion has no smell.
- Oncology.One of the first signs of malignant damage to the genitourinary system is bloody discharge from the penis.And not only when excited, but also throughout the day.When a man wakes up in the morning, he will be able to see dark brown spots and sometimes dry lumps on his underwear.In addition, oncological diseases that develop in the prostate, testicles, bladder, and kidneys have such symptoms.Therefore, such serious manifestations should not be ignored.Bloody discharge in oncology is not accompanied by an odor.
Again, it should be noted that it is impossible to determine the type of disease that a man has by the color, consistency, quantity and smell of secretions.This can only be done after a detailed examination and laboratory tests.Therefore, if a man feels a little discomfort, accompanied by pain, an unpleasant smell, he should be tested to identify the pathology.