The normal functioning of the organs of the genitourinary system for a man is an important factor not only for the normal physiological functioning of the whole organism, but also an important component of the psychological health of the male ego.
The first signs of this system disease may come out of the genitourinary tract, which is most often detected by representatives of the stronger sex during the urination process or afterwards.With the nature of this secretion, one can assess the etiology of the disease and make an early diagnosis.
In fact, often men confuse normal physiological secretions, which are basically gonadal secretions, and pathological secretions that are formed during pathological processes.
The result of gonadal secretion
Often, the appearance of normal physiological discharge is associated with sexual stimulation (erection), accompanied by a clear discharge of mucus from the male urogenital tract, which is a product of Cooper's secretion or bulbourethral gland.There are only two of them.They are located just below the base of the scrotum.The main function of the secretion of this gland is to lubricate the urogenital tract before the release of sperm for better sperm movement during ejaculation.
Also, discharge during stimulation can be considered a process of sperm ejaculation (ejaculation), which occurs spontaneously without the influence of accompanying factors (wet dreams).
Most often, the penis is erect in the morning, when the level of testosterone in the blood of men increases.Therefore, most often at this time, the secretion of Cooper's gland is observed.
The appearance of discharge from the urethra in the form of mucus with gray-white lines is possible with strong tension of the abdominal wall during the act of defecation (prostatorrhea defecation) or after urination (prostatorrhea micturition).The secretion consists of a mixture of secretions from the prostate gland and seminal vesicles.Both types of prostatitis are characteristic of a physiologically healthy organism and to a greater extent related to its individual characteristics, less often a sign of chronic prostatitis.
All the phenomena described above are extraordinary.And for longer periods of time, the outer part of the healthy male urethra is discharge-free.
Pathological discharge
Associated with diseases of the genitourinary tract and adjacent organs.Due to the influence of pathological factors of various etiologies, damage to the urethra occurs, accompanied by discharge.This process is called leukocyte urethria.The influence of such pathological factors is distinguished.
- Mechanical - under their action, blood is first removed from the genitourinary tract, and some time after the beginning of the inflammatory process, pus appears.It may be the result of sampling for laboratory tests or the result of examination of the urethra using medical instruments (cystoscopy, urethroscopy).
- Chemical - as a result of the chemical action of drugs on the mucous membrane of the genitourinary tract.It may occur after washing the urethra with a medicinal solution (instillation) in the treatment of some diseases of the genitourinary system.
- Infectious - the result of the vital activity of pathogens, which can be protozoa, bacteria, or fungi.
Discharge of mucus and pus from the urethra
They consist of urogenital mucus, serous exudate and a small number of leukocytes.It is a translucent milky white liquid.The appearance of such discharge is one of the basic symptoms to diagnose non-gonococcal urethritis.
Observed when affected by chlamydia pathogens, trichomoniasis, ureaplasmosis.The course of the disease is characterized by the absence of symptoms of itching, soreness and pain.They manifest themselves in the initial stage only as a small amount of mucopurulent exudate at the end of urination after prolonged abstinence.
Purulent discharge
It is a sign of infectious urethritis.Purulent discharge includes urethral mucus and damaged epithelial cells of the genitourinary tract.Characterized by high leukocyte content.It is a liquid with a thick consistency, yellow with a green or completely yellow color.
The appearance of drops of such discharge is one of the main symptoms to diagnose urethritis of gonococcal etiology.Accompanied by itching, pain and pain with the release of fluid in large quantities.
Purulent discharge from the urethra is characteristic of gonorrhea and trichomoniasis.Accompanied by a burning sensation in the area of the genitourinary tract during urination.
Causes of white discharge from male urethra
The appearance of white discharge with a curd-like consistency from the penis is most often a characteristic of male candidiasis (thrush).Happens very rarely.It may be due to a decrease in the level of immunity as a result of a course of antibiotic therapy or chemotherapy.Infecting a healthy man with candidiasis through sexual intercourse is almost impossible.
White liquid with a foamy consistency appears with trichomoniasis, which ranks first in prevalence among STDs (sexually transmitted diseases).
Another reason for white discharge from the urethra may be a chronic form of prostatitis.This disease is accompanied by difficulty urinating and a decrease in the level of potency until it is completely lost (impotence).
Discharge from the urethra of various types should be a reason for the patient to consult a doctor.They can also be symptoms to make an early diagnosis of the disease.To determine the cause of the disease more precisely, discharge samples are taken for bacteriological studies and for culture on nutrient media.