Men are able to produce not only seminal fluid during sexual intercourse, but also a special lubricant that facilitates the sliding of the penis during friction. When aroused in men, this substance is called pre-ejaculate.
Description
During arousal, men secrete a colorless, clear mucus called pre-ejaculate. It forms together with the erection, but can also appear later. If in men there is no lubrication during arousal, this is a symptom of some pathology related to the reproductive system. The release of this fluid prevents injury to the male genital organ during vaginal penetration.
In medicine, lubrication in men during arousal is called temporary. This substance is formed not only before sexual intercourse, but also during mild sexual arousal, during caresses and even during masturbation. The appearance of lubrication in men during arousal indicates the desire to have intimate intimacy with your partner.
Composition of the pre-seed
Preejaculate is a mucous secretion that contains various enzymes and alkalis. Since the environment of the female vagina is acidic and repels male sperm, the lubricant neutralizes the aggressiveness of this female microflora.
There is a myth that secretions from a man's genital organ can make a woman pregnant. The fact is that the lubricant does not contain sperm, but it may be present if sexual intercourse occurred without contraception, within several hours of masturbation or after previous sexual intercourse. To avoid unwanted pregnancies, experts recommend using condoms or other forms of contraception.
Main functions
Lubricant is secreted in men during arousal; it is not only a transparent lubricating fluid, but also a protective reaction of the mucosa. Such secretions facilitate the penetration of the male sexual organ into the female vagina and frictions, if a representative of the fair sex secreted a small amount of such a substance. The secretion of lubricant in men during arousal has several very important functions, which are as follows:
- Neutralization of the increased acidity of the vaginal microflora.
- Facilitate penetration of the penis, helping the movement of sperm along the cervix.
- Increased chances of conception.
- Removal of the contents of the urinary canal.
In an acidic environment, sperm die quite quickly. Thanks to the alkaline pre-seed, they enter the reproductive tract intact and can fertilize the egg. This is why male lubricant has the ability to protect the viability of sperm.
In addition, thanks to this male secretion from the urethra, the chances of conception increase, since the seminal fluid enters the uterus much faster during flow. Natural lubricant helps to avoid the use of artificial substitutes, and also facilitates the penetration of the penis into the vagina if a woman has a small amount of her own secretions.
What does normal look like?
Thus, the question of whether a man secretes lubricant during arousal has been resolved. But what does it look like? Externally, this liquid looks like simple transparent mucus. During sexual intercourse it is released in quantities of 1 to 5 ml. This volume is enough to make sexual contact comfortable for partners. This semen contains smegma, a fatty substance that accumulates in the folds of the foreskin. If a man is faithful to only one sexual partner or uses a condom during sexual intercourse, there are no color changes or additional inclusions in the composition of the liquid. Only a slight whitish tint is possible.
When to see a doctor?
Many women still don't know if men have lubrication when they are aroused. Some people just didn't pay attention to it. However, it is a fact that this liquid is extremely important during sexual intercourse.
If suspicious symptoms appear, a man should immediately consult a doctor. Thanks to this it will be possible to identify the disease at an early stage of its development, and then a speedy recovery will follow. That's why it's so important to pay attention to the composition and shade of your pre-seed. Additional symptoms that help identify the diagnosis include the following:
- Increased body temperature, fever, heat.
- A sensation of pain or discomfort in the area of the organs located in the pelvis.
- Skin redness, swelling and rashes.
- Bleeding purulent impurities in male secretions.
- Burning and itching in the urethra.
- Hyperemia in the penile area.
- Erectile dysfunction, urinary retention.
Similar pathological processes in the male body during arousal and during rest are observed in case of infection with sexually transmitted diseases. If more or even one symptom is detected, you should immediately consult a doctor. It is likely that the man will urgently need antibacterial therapy.
No pre-ejaculate released
If a man has a lot of lubrication when he is aroused, this can be called a characteristic of his body. However, in some cases, the representatives of the stronger sex do not notice the release of fluid during sexual intercourse, since it begins to be released only after the penis has penetrated the vagina.
In 5% of cases the lack of lubrication is a symptom of the presence of some type of inflammatory disease. In such a situation, it is better to consult a specialist about this issue. You should also pay attention to the fact that in older people, discharge from the urethra may be completely absent.
Change in texture and color
Above it was said that if during arousal in men a lot of lubricant is released, this is the norm, but if there is too much of it, this should alert you. However, changes in color and consistency are considered reason to consult a doctor. Normally the color of the seminal fluid is transparent, slightly whitish. You should also pay attention to the density of these secretions. The seminal fluid should not be thick and should flow freely from the urinary canal during sexual arousal. Reasons for contacting a specialist include the following:
- Formation of an unpleasant fishy odor, which contains the aroma of mold.
- Impurities of pus and blood.
- Changes in the structure of seminal fluid, formation of a cheesy sediment, thickening.
- Change of shade.
Red, gray, orange, green and other shades are a sign of an infectious or inflammatory process in the body. The male body reacts in this way to any viral or bacterial invasion. In some cases, colored discharge is a sign of the natural rehabilitation process. For example, after prostate surgery, after antibiotic therapy or any other surgery.
Transparent viscous discharge in some cases indicates infection with infectious diseases, for example, streptococcus, staphylococcus and E. coli. However, the appearance of bacteria will be observed not only in the pre-seminal fluid, but also in other secretions of the male organ.
The opinion of doctors
The gray-green tint of the liquid indicates the presence of infection in the male body. However, this symptom is not always a sign of sexually transmitted diseases; ARVI or influenza can manifest itself in this way. Parallel to this, human body temperature increases.
Thick white discharge indicates the development of a fungal disease, most often with candidiasis. This disease is transmitted to a man from an infected sexual partner. When this pathogen is detected, it is necessary to treat both women and men.
If the liquid is red, this indicates the development of a urological disease, for example, cystitis, urethritis, but it can also be a symptom of chronic prostatitis and a number of other disorders not associated with the urinary system.
Is it possible to get pregnant because of a man's lubricant?
"Is it possible to get pregnant because of a man's lubricant" is a question that worries even experienced women. This is especially true for partners who practice coitus interruptus. Such fears are not unfounded. In fact, even male lubricant (pre-ejaculate) contains a small amount of sperm.
In the article we will find out whether it is possible to get pregnant from lubricant and secretions of a man. And also, what is the risk of contraception through broken intercourse and caresses without penetration. What contraceptive methods will help protect against such problems?
What is male lubricant?
To prevent sexual intercourse from causing discomfort, natural lubrication comes to the rescue. A woman's cervical mucosa secretes a transparent "secret" when she is excited. In men this function is carried out by the bulbourethral glands. Preejaculate may also contain a small amount of sperm (after emission or masturbation). Functions of male lubricant: hydration of the penile mucosa before insertion into the vagina; neutralizing the effect of urine residues in the urethra (the acidic environment destroys sperm and prevents conception). Therefore, the answer to the dilemma "can you get pregnant due to lubrication, secretions or mucus" depends on the type of contraception.
Types of male discharge
A man's natural secretions are mucus or liquids of various colors that emerge from the urethra. Can be:
- urine;
- smegma;
- prostate secretion;
- ejaculate (sperm);
- urethrorrhea (pre-ejaculate);
- wet dream;
- prostatorrhea.
A different number of sperm replaces the preejaculate and, consequently, the ejaculate. Sometimes a small amount of seminal fluid from a previous ejaculation is retained in the lubricant.
Can a girl get pregnant from a guy's lube?
A common misconception is that pregnancy only occurs when sperm enters the vagina. Pre-seminal secretions contain a small number of sperm and one is enough during ovulation. This is an additional option for couples who are unsuccessfully trying to have a baby. The chances are especially high at the beginning of your cycle, before your period.
Even a small percentage of the chance of getting pregnant due to lubricant should be taken into account when choosing a contraceptive method. Can a girl get pregnant from a man's lube? Yes, but the chances are slim. Also, some guys don't have any sperm in their pre-ejaculation fluid. But this feature of the body is confirmed only by special laboratory studies.
With penetration
Girls who use coitus interruptus as a contraceptive method have a higher chance of getting pregnant thanks to a guy's lube. Even with an experienced and attentive partner, the entry of male lubricant into the vagina increases the risk of unwanted pregnancies after unprotected sexual intercourse.
Without penetration through clothing?
The second question that worries girls is whether it is possible to get pregnant thanks to lubricant without penetration. There is also a similar risk, especially when petting. If there is any "lube" left on a man's fingers after masturbation, there may be viable sperm inside. But this is unlikely, since the semen remaining in the pre-ejaculate is often not viable.
Can a virgin get pregnant?
This is quite possible and we are not talking about the virgin birth. This situation is due to two conditions:
- individual characteristics of the structure of the hymen;
- vitality and speed of spermatozoa;
- Is the girl ovulating at this time?
Even naked cuddling can unexpectedly lead to pregnancy. This happens if the male lubricant gets on the girl's genitals. Sperm can enter the vagina and conception will take place. The risk is greater if the hymen is particularly elastic or damaged (trauma, equestrian sport). Sometimes this is enough to connect the egg and sperm. Medical statistics show that a woman in labor with an intact hymen is not uncommon.
Statistics and research data
The likelihood of men becoming pregnant due to lubricant is confirmed by medical studies. According to statistics, with interrupted sexual intercourse, the risk of unexpected pregnancy is up to 75%. In comparison, protection with a condom reduces this probability to 96%. That is, in one in five couples who resort to abortion, the woman becomes pregnant. The same results are achieved during petting if the male lubricant penetrates his genitals. The following factors matter:
- How regular is the menstrual cycle?
- the woman keeps track of her calendar (which days are the most dangerous).
Medical statistics also report cases where conception due to lubrication occurred the day after menstruation.
Main causes and predisposing factors of pregnancy
For pregnancy to occur, 2 fundamental conditions are necessary:
- the woman's ovulation;
- Motile, viable sperm of a man.
This is what makes the chance of conception low with male lubricant. For optimal results, sperm flow is desirable. There are few of them in the pre-ejaculate and they are quite slow. The probability of pregnancy increases if several sexual acts occurred at the same time, during which the man did not shower.
How to reduce your chances of conceiving to zero thanks to your partner's pre-seminal fluid
The risk of an unwanted pregnancy due to lubricant is minimized if:
- do not engage in coitus interruptus;
- before stroking, the man takes a shower;
- mandatory hygiene procedures are performed between repeated sexual acts;
- both partners take a shower, the man should pay special attention to the penis;
- then the man empties the bladder so that the acidic environment neutralizes the seminal fluid remaining in the canal;
- If you have several acts after the first, you should only have sex with a condom.
The use of reliable contraceptive methods is important not only on fertile days.
Types of contraception: choosing the best option
The comparison table will help you choose the most reliable protection method:
| Protection method | Confidence level, % |
| Condom | up to 96 |
| Male sterilization | 99, 9 |
| Intrauterine hormonal methods | up to 97 |
| Oral contraceptives | up to 98 |
| Hormone injections | up to 97 |
| Diaphragm | up to 95 |
| Intrauterine device | up to 95 |
| Basal temperature measurement | up to 70 |
| Calendar method | up to 70 |
| Interruption of sexual intercourse | up to 60 |
| Douching after sex | up to 15 |
The couple individually selects a suitable method. It is important to take into account the health status and habits of your partners.
Reviews and opinions of doctors
Women's forums are actively discussing whether it is possible to get pregnant with male lubricant. Reviews of obstetricians and gynecologists confirm that interruption of sexual intercourse is the cause of many unplanned conceptions with high-fertility partners.
Ultrasound doctor, gynecologist, 8 years work experience. Professional skills: conducting ultrasound scans of the abdominal cavity, kidneys and retroperitoneal space, bladder, thyroid, mammary glands, pelvic organs, prostate, ultrasound of the first trimester (pregnancy determination). Patient consultation, minor surgeries, prescription of treatment regimens (STIs and pelvic inflammatory diseases), taking of smears, scrapings, gynecological examinations.
Why is there discharge from the penis and itching in a man, boy, boy, child?
Discharge from the urethra, itching and redness may indicate various pathological conditions and diseases. During consultations we often hear questions: "Why does my penis drip so much? Why does blood, urine and sperm come out of the penis? Why is there discharge from the penis of men and severe itching? Let's take a closer look at the tactics and strategy in such a situation.
A man or boy sometimes faces a paradoxical situation. He wakes up in the morning and sees that some kind of liquid is secreted from the penis: white, transparent or mucous, purulent, yellow, green, yellow-green. And sometimes blood, mucus, pus and semen are released. And he itches a lot. Itching is a very unpleasant symptom. And everything itches on the head of the penis, on the penis itself, in the area of the urethra, the urethra, at the end of the penis. And there's noticeable redness, or maybe severe irritation, and sometimes severe redness, inflammation, inflammatory reaction. Terrible symptoms, discomfort. In any case, we advise against leaving everything to chance.
Sometimes in life there are situations in which, a few days after the problem occurs, the secretions decrease. But the problem is that the acute form of the disease can turn into subacute or chronic. The man calms down. And after a while, serious complications develop, which take much longer and are more difficult to treat. What complications? Impotence, male infertility, curvature of organs, deterioration of sperm count.
Physiological libidinal urethrorrhea
Physiological libidinal urethrorrhea. Difficult term. Influenza is associated with arousal in humans and occurs due to secretion from the urethral glands. These lubricating secretions contain sperm, so when a penis is inserted into the vagina, a woman can easily become pregnant with a boy or a girl. But the problem is that transparent mucous discharge (clear liquid) appears more often with the pathology of the genitourinary system.
Ejaculate, sperm
Ejaculate. Ejaculate is made up of sperm, prostatic fluid and secretion from the seminal vesicles. Semen can be released during wet dreams, orgasm, sexual intercourse, and masturbation. The contents of the prostate glands, Littre's glands, Cooper's glands, seminal vesicles, spermatozoa can end up on the head of the penis. A wet dream is the release of ejaculate in the absence of regular sexual activity. It is usually found in young adolescents between the ages of 14 and 18 and in men during periods of prolonged abstinence.
Smegma
Smegma is a physiological secretion of glands located on the foreskin and head of the penis. The appearance can be white and cheesy. Smegma must be removed by showering 2 times a day. In recent years, numerous scientific studies have been carried out showing that smegma entering the cervical area of a woman can lead to uterine cancer, which, you see, is very bad. Men who lack glans hygiene can develop penile cancer.
Pathological secretion in men and boys
Pathological discharge is varied and can often resemble a physiological discharge in appearance, requiring a visit to a doctor to develop an examination and treatment plan. So, what causes pathological discharge from the penis? More often these are inflammations, inflammatory reactions that can be caused by pathogens of sexually transmitted infections and opportunistic microflora. But, unfortunately, the cause of discharge can be tumors, oncology, oncological diseases, cancer. We must not forget that discharge can appear after operations on the genitourinary system, injuries to the genitals and pelvic organs.
Classification of secretions from the penis: types, forms
Let's look at the classification of urethral secretions in men:
Exhaust Color:
- white, whitish,
- yellow, yellowish
- green, greenish,
- red, bloody, reddish, bleeding, bleeding
- yellow-green, green-yellow
- colorless.
Transparency:
- transparent,
- cloudy,
- translucent.
Consistency:
- liquid,
- medium consistency,
- thick, viscous.
The discharge volume can vary: from a small drop to several milliliters. By volume of assignments:
- abundant, large
- moderate,
- scant, small
- a drop.
Appearance time:
- morning, in the morning, towards the morning,
- during the day, during the day,
- in the evening, in the evening,
- nocturnal, at night,
- when you urinate,
- during breaks between urination.
Appearance frequency:
- periodic,
- permanent,
- associated with hypothermia,
- associated with sexual intercourse
- linked to the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- associated with the consumption of spicy foods and spices.
Connection with the time of year:
- spring,
- summer,
- fall,
- winter.
Discharge in each specific case in different men can largely depend on immunity, the virulence of the pathogen, the severity or chronicity of the process, the type of pathogen, the severity of the inflammatory reaction, concomitant diseases (for example , diabetes mellitus complicates the process). Very often, with the same disease, different types of discharge can be observed, also with different diseases there may be similar discharge. Only accurate diagnostics can determine the type of pathogen (PCR Diagnostics - DNA, RNA-NASBA test for RNA).
Sexually transmitted infections, sexually transmitted diseases, sexually transmitted infections
What are these infections? Trichomoniasis (trichomoniasis), chlamydia, candidiasis (thrush, candidal balanitis, posthitis, balanoposthitis), gonorrhea, ureaplasmosis, mycoplasmosis, genital herpes (HSV1, HSV2), gardnerellosis (Gardnerella vaginalis), papillomavirus infections of the genital organs, cytomegaly, urogenital shigellosis homosexuals, genital molluscum contagiosum, pubic lice, giardiasis, amoebiasis, HIV infection (AIDS, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), hepatitis B, C, D. With them can be observed various secretions and acute prostatitis, urethritis, balanitis, posthitis, may develop balanoposthitis.
For this reason, many sexually transmitted infections can be asymptomatic; be sure to use a condom during sexual intercourse. Remember that the absence of discharge after sexual intercourse does not mean that you are not infected with anything.
With chlamydia, mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis, mucous discharge from the penis is often observed. More often they are viscous and transparent. The content of leukocytes (lc) in such a liquid is correspondingly small.
In the acute period, with chlamydia, trichomoniasis, ureaplasmosis, translucent mucopurulent secretion of white, whitish color of medium consistency can be observed. Such discharge contains many leukocytes, urethral force and inflammatory exudate. If the secretions are not washed away, a sticky discharge or lump will form on the head of the penis.
With gonorrhea, purulent discharge is often observed, which has a yellow, yellow-green, green-yellow color, is very viscous, viscous and thick in consistency. Such fluid contains a huge number of leukocytes, inflammatory exudate, urethral mucus and urethral epithelium. Associated symptoms are itching, pain and pain when urinating.
Conclusion
In these cases you should not self-medicate and let the disease run its course. Sexually transmitted diseases cause various pathologies and can also cause rectal dysfunction, urinary problems and a weakened immune system.