Seminal fluid, or plasma, is the substance that is produced by the seminal vesicles and the secretion of the prostate gland. Together with sperm, this secret turns into sperm.
Production and primary function of seminal fluid
The main function of the seminal fluid is to create a breeding ground for the protection of millions of sperm, which ultimately must achieve their main goal - to survive in the vagina and reach the egg. As a result, we can say that the seminal fluid is the secret carrier of the sperm itself, which is produced as it passes through the vas deferens from the testes to the penis. After mixing, both substances form an ejaculatory fluid, which is ejected through an opening in the penis.
To protect and protect sperm from the acidic environment of the urethra, immediately before ejaculation, an additional amount of secretion is produced by the Cooper gland. The thing is that in a man sperm excretion and urination are performed through one channel, and in order to protect the sperm from certain death, a small amount of neutralizing secretion is produced.
The composition of the seminal fluid
Sperm plasma, which is part of the sperm itself, is distinguished by its unique composition. It includes a huge number of specific chemical compounds found in a much smaller volume and in other tissues of the human body. The complex composition of seminal fluid is a set of proteins, carbohydrates, fats and enzymes, as well as hormones and other no less essential substances.
If we consider sperm plasma in more detail, then its main component is, of course, water. It is also necessary to have simple polysaccharides, which supply sperm with energy during their long journey to the egg, and alkali, which neutralizes the acidity of the vagina and urethra. Also, seminal fluid consists of hormone-like substances that lead to the contraction of the fallopian tubes and uterus and help sperm cells reach their goal faster. As a mandatory supplement, the composition of the seminal plasma contains cholesterol, zinc, and vitamin C.
Sperm Plasma Color
The color of the seminal fluid normally can vary from milky white to rich cream. In simple words, the sperm of a healthy man should be pearly, but sometimes its shades do not match the required norms. For example, regardless of the intensity of sexual activity, sperm can be transparent, which is often the first sign of male infertility. If the sperm plasma turned pink, it means that an impurity of blood appeared in its composition, which may be a sign of inflammation of the urethra or prostate. In any infectious disease of the scrotum or seminal vesicles, the sperm may be dirty yellow or even greenish. Brown sperm, which usually becomes so from an admixture of old blood, requires special attention. Most often, such a color of “male” fluid may indicate the development of very serious pathologies and diseases.
In any case, if the color of the fluid secreted from the penis is far from pearly, you should immediately consult a advising specialist for advice.
Normal amount of ejaculatory fluid
In a healthy man, an average of 3 to 5 ml of seminal plasma should be produced during ejaculation. Moreover, if for some period ejaculation did not occur, then after such a "stagnation" the seminal fluid should be produced in an accelerated amount. Also, an increase in the volume of “male juice” can be affected by a prolonged foreplay, which stimulates the body’s readiness for some time. By the way, despite the fact that there is sugar in the composition of the seminal fluid, the ejaculate itself cannot be called high-calorie. Each portion of sperm produced by orgasm contains no more than 25 calories.
Semen Disorders
In some cases, a man’s sperm can be produced in smaller quantities or disappear altogether. A number of factors lead to such a violation, which are worth discussing in more detail. The complete absence of seminal fluid can be caused by an increase in body weight, hormonal disruptions in the body, fever and sexually transmitted diseases. Such an outcome is a very serious sign of malfunctioning of the male reproductive system, so it is best to discuss this symptom with your doctor right away.
As a result, in order to feel like a full-fledged man in all senses of the word, it is important to monitor any changes in the body. Semen will always be normal if the right way of life, contraception and timely checking with an associated specialist are in the first place.