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I sometimes have clear penile discharge when straining during a bowel movement, is this normal?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Prostate Fluid: This is common. It is prostate fluid, semen and sperm.

Answered 12/7/2020

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Clear OK: It is likely from the bm pushing against your prostate on its way out and is normal. If changes color / volume / odor or becomes painful, then be concerned.

Answered 7/24/2018

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A member asked:

I sometimes have clear penile discharge when straining during a bowel movement, is this normal?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr. Donald Alves answered

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