Prostatorrhea in men - symptoms and treatment, prevention

Sometimes men are faced with such a phenomenon as the arbitrary discharge of a translucent whitish fluid from the penis. The substance can appear during sleep, at rest, and also after sexual contact or urination. At the same time, without causing any painful sensations. In medicine, this process is called prostatorrhea. And doctors say that, despite the seeming harmlessness, this pathology requires examination, since it often indicates diseases in the genitourinary system.

Prostatorrhea - what is it?

It is wrong to think that the droplets released from the penis, especially after an intimate relationship, are seminal fluid. The secretions do not contain sperm, although they are directly related to them. In fact, this substance is a secret produced by the prostate gland.

And, as it is not difficult to guess, nothing happens by chance in the body, with more frequent cases of the appearance of such a phenomenon, it is necessary to consult a doctor. The specialist will diagnose prostatorrhea and will understand the causes of its occurrence.

By itself, this is not considered a disease, but it may indicate the presence of inflammatory processes in the pelvic organs or other disorders.

Views

Depending on the characteristics of the manifestation, urologists subdivide pathology into types:

Separately, one can classify another type of phenomenon, which is called anatomical prostatorrhea. As a rule, it is associated with structural features (abnormal abnormalities) of the organs of the genitourinary system.

Reasons

The release of secretion droplets itself is a completely natural and even necessary process. If it occurs simultaneously with ejaculation, then both fluids are mixed, and this ensures that the desired consistency of ejaculate is obtained.

But the appearance of mucus at another, "inappropriate" time, can be caused by a number of reasons:

• decreased prostate muscle tone;
• high physical activity;
• genital neurasthenia;
• constipation;
• sexually transmitted infections;
• acute or chronic prostatitis;
• benign hyperplasia.

Symptoms

The appearance of secret secretions in a normal state is absolutely painless. They do not have any inclusions, they are homogeneous in consistency, not thick, colorless or slightly whitish. No bad smell.

The same clinical picture, characterized by the absence of any symptoms, is observed in prostatorrhea caused by disorders of the nervous system, physical overstrain, disruptions in the activity of the intestines.

But with prostatitis, sexually transmitted diseases and other infections, characteristic additional signs appear:

• pulling pains;
• burning sensation in the urethra;
• increased urination;
• bad smell;
• rash;
• gray-yellow highlight color;
• fever.

These symptoms signal inflammatory and infectious processes. If they appear, you need to urgently go to the hospital and get tested.

Diagnostics

If there are concerns about prostatorrhea, a man should make an appointment with an andrologist or urologist.

At the initial visit, the patient should, as detailed as possible, tell the specialist about his complaints: how long and often the discharge has been observed, the presence of concomitant symptoms. Next, the specialist must find out what the patient has suffered from diseases, from childhood to the present.

Then the necessary examinations are carried out:

• Rectal examination. The doctor uses his fingers to feel the penis for seals;
• Analysis of urine and blood for biochemistry, HIV, oncological indicator;
• Smear. It is taken from the urethra and makes it possible to determine the presence or absence of dermatovenerological diseases;
• Analysis of the allocated secret. The product of the prostate gland is examined according to the parameters: viscosity, color, acidity, composition. This data helps to identify problems with the prostate;
• ultrasound. Pelvic ultrasound is the most effective method to identify problems in the activity of internal organs.

The listed measures in combination will make it possible to draw up a picture of the pathological condition as best as possible.

Home treatment of prostatorrhea

In most cases, prostatorrhea in men is treated at home. When it is caused by constipation, you need to normalize the bowels, revise the diet, or take laxatives. At the same time, it is important to adjust physical activity downward.

If, according to the results of the examination, it was found that the involuntary release of the product of the activity of the prostate was provoked by another disease, then the treatment is aimed at eliminating it. Prescribed drugs, usually antibiotics, which effectively and quickly destroy the pathogenic microflora. Course reception is carried out at home, with strict adherence to dosages.

In case of weakening of muscle tone, the doctor recommends the patient a special training according to the Kegel system. It is not difficult to master it, the exercises can be done several times during the day. They consist in tension and relaxation of the muscles of the perineum 30-40 at a time (100-200 per day).

Prostate massage may also be required. With its help, tissue edema is reduced, muscle tension is relieved, blood circulation is activated. The massage procedure is carried out manually and with a vibrator.

A manual session is best done in a clinic. A qualified doctor individually sets the duration of one procedure and the entire course. The patient rests on the elbows and knees on the couch, and the urologist gently acts on the prostate gland with a finger inserted through the anus. On average, 14-15 procedures are carried out, 3-5 minutes each.

A man can operate a vibrating massager on his own.

When are they admitted to the hospital?

Hospitalization is undertaken in advanced cases. Since the only correct solution for the development of an abscess in the prostate is surgery.

While in hospital, the patient receives hormonal therapy that lowers testosterone levels. As a result, the hormonal background changes, the size of the prostate decreases, congestion is eliminated.

Prescribed: exercise therapy, physiotherapy.

Complications

If the presence of discharge is due to anatomical features, then the threat of complications is out of the question. However, if the liquid appears constantly and in large quantities, this is a dangerous "signal". Some men are embarrassed to discuss intimate questions, and are looking for answers on the Internet: on forums, on social networks. This should not be done. In case of delay, unqualified treatment, there is a very high risk of complications - infection of the bladder and prostate.

Psychological disorders that threaten depressive conditions, decreased sex drive, impotence are not excluded.

Prevention

To never face prostatorrhea, you just need to follow some simple rules:

• avoid hypothermia, especially take care of the lower back and legs;
• lead an active lifestyle, but not overwork;
• as much as possible have a regular sex life;
• be choosy about intimate relationships, do not neglect contraception;
• monitor regular bowel movements;
• eat a healthy diet;
• give up excessive alcohol consumption;
• walk more often in the fresh air;
• avoid stressful situations.

Prostatorrhea is not a dangerous condition. More often than not, no correction is required. But even this seemingly harmless deviation can indicate serious problems. Compliance with preventive measures or a timely visit to a doctor is a guarantee of health and preservation of male strength.