Lubrication in Men: What It Is and Why It”s Important
Lubrication during arousal is a natural process in both women and men.
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Male lubrication, or pre-ejaculation, is one of the beneficial secretions of the male body. Pre-ejaculatory discharge occurs through a special organ called the urethra, also known as the urethra. The urine released from the bladder through this narrow tube is semen (ejaculate). These fluids pass through the urethra before exiting the urethral opening at the head of the penis.
What is it and how is it formed?
Pre-ejaculate, pre-7, or seminal fluid is a secretion of the bulbolunin (rosacea) gland, appearing as a thick, viscous, and transparent mucus. The Cowper”s gland, about the size of a pea, is a paired organ located at the base of the penis just below the prostate. Although the Cowper”s gland is definitely responsible for pre-ejaculatory secretion, it”s worth noting that spermatogenesis, or sperm production, occurs in the testicles.
For example, when a man experiences sexual arousal or penile stimulation, a pre-ejaculate leakage testicle can detect up to 4 milliliters of pre-ejaculate in the urethra. This is comparable to a teaspoon.
However, the amount of fluid released varies greatly from person to person. In some cases, only a few drops are needed, while in others, several are needed. Pre-ejaculate “overproduction” is not a cause for concern. Several studies have shown that the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (5-AR) normalizes the secretion of the abdominal glands.
What are the properties of male lubrication?
Pre-ejaculate performs important functions in the male body and has a number of properties. Knowing these properties is useful for practicing safe sex.
- Pre-ejaculate as a natural lubricant
One of the most important functions of pre-ejaculate is to lubricate the glans penis during intercourse and ejaculation. Pre-ejaculate lubricates the urethra and, thanks to its alkaline composition, protects the urethral mucosa from urine and other irritants. This allows sperm to pass unimpeded through the urethra and glans penis.
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Pre-ejaculation neutralizes the acidity in the vagina, as well as the urethra, which is an unfavorable environment for sperm because it is acidic.
- Pre-ejaculate contains sperm.
Although these are also pre-spermatozoa, they are different organs and different secretions, but before ejaculation they still contain a certain percentage of “live” sperm.
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Currently, there is an active scientific debate about the causes of sperm presence before ejaculation. Some researchers believe it is related to seminal fluid (semen) remaining in the urethra after previous intercourse. Others support the theory that sperm in pre-ejaculate enters the sample immediately before or after ejaculation. However, others argue that the volunteers who participated in experiments to confirm the presence of sperm in pre-ejaculate simply collected samples by mistake.
As mentioned earlier, active sperm may be part of the pre-ejaculate. Moreover, some pre-ejaculate samples contained up to 23 million sperm. This is sufficient for fertilization and conception.
Although the presence of sperm in pre-ejaculate varies greatly from person to person and the overall chance of conception from pre-ejaculate is generally low, the risk of unwanted pregnancy remains when using contraceptive methods such as coitus interruptus (withdrawal). Statistics show that pregnancy occurs in 27% of couples who regularly use contraception.
- Pre-ejaculate carries infections.
Precoital fluid carries viruses and bacteria. For this reason, using withdrawal does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and others.
- Pre-ejaculation is rarely controllable.
For most men, the process of ejaculation is uncontrollable. Therefore, it is recommended to use uninterrupted sexual intercourse, as well as other contraceptive methods, such as condoms and intrauterine devices, to reduce the risk of unwanted pregnancy.
