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	~~'''~~Bulbourethral ~~gland'''~~		== Bulbourethral Gland ==

	The '''bulbourethral ~~gland~~''', also known as '''Cowper's ~~gland~~''', is a ~~part~~ of the [[male reproductive system]]. ~~It is one of the glands that contribute~~ to the ~~composition of~~ [[~~semen~~]].		[[File:Gray543.png\|thumb\|right\|Bulbourethral gland]]
			The '''bulbourethral glands''', also known as '''Cowper's glands''', are a pair of small exocrine glands in the male reproductive system. They are homologous to the [[Bartholin's glands]] in females. These glands are responsible for producing a pre-ejaculate fluid that is released during sexual arousal.

	== Anatomy ==		== Anatomy ==

	The bulbourethral ~~gland is a small, pea-sized organ that is~~ located in the [[~~pelvis~~]]~~, within~~ the [[~~sphincter urethrae~~]] ~~muscle~~. It is ~~found in~~ the ~~deep perineal pouch, closer to~~ the ~~[[membranous urethra]]~~. ~~Each male has two~~ of ~~these~~ glands~~, one on either side~~ of the ~~urethra~~.		[[File:Gray1156.png\|thumb\|left\|Male reproductive system]]
			The bulbourethral glands are located posterior and lateral to the membranous portion of the [[urethra]] at the base of the [[penis]]. Each gland is approximately the size of a pea and is situated within the urogenital diaphragm. The ducts of the bulbourethral glands open into the spongy urethra at the base of the penis.

	== Function ==		== Function ==

	The primary function of the bulbourethral ~~gland~~ is ~~the production of~~ a clear, viscous ~~secretion~~ known as pre-ejaculate ~~or Cowper's fluid~~. This fluid ~~is released before [[ejaculation]], and~~ serves several purposes~~. It neutralizes the acidity of the [[urethra]], which can be harmful to [[sperm]]. It also lubricates the urethra, facilitating the passage of sperm during ejaculation.~~		[[File:Pre_cum_160717.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Pre-ejaculate fluid]]
			The primary function of the bulbourethral glands is to secrete a clear, viscous fluid known as pre-ejaculate. This fluid serves several purposes:

	~~== Clinical significance ==~~		* '''Lubrication''': It lubricates the urethra for the passage of sperm during ejaculation.
			* '''Neutralization''': It helps to neutralize traces of acidic urine in the urethra, creating a more favorable environment for sperm.
			* '''Protection''': The fluid may help protect sperm by reducing friction during ejaculation.

	Diseases of the bulbourethral gland are relatively rare. However, they can include [[inflammation]] (Cowperitis), [[abscess]] formation, and [[neoplasm]]s. These conditions can cause symptoms such as pain, swelling, and discharge from the penis. Treatment typically involves antibiotics for infections, and surgery for abscesses or neoplasms.		== Histology ==

	== ~~See also~~ ==		[[File:Bulbourethral_gland_--_very_high_mag.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Bulbourethral gland under very high magnification]]
			Histologically, the bulbourethral glands are composed of several lobules, each containing acini lined by columnar epithelial cells. These cells are responsible for the production of the gland's secretions. The glands are surrounded by a fibrous capsule and are richly supplied with blood vessels and nerves.

			== Clinical Significance ==

			The bulbourethral glands can be involved in certain medical conditions. Infections or inflammation of these glands can lead to a condition known as bulbourethritis. Additionally, cysts or tumors, although rare, can develop in the glands and may require medical intervention.

			== Related Pages ==
			* [[Prostate gland]]
			* [[Seminal vesicle]]
	* [[Male reproductive system]]		* [[Male reproductive system]]
	* [[Semen]]
	* [[Urethra]]		* [[Urethra]]

	[[~~Category~~:Anatomy]]		[[File:Illu_penis.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Illustration of the penis]]

			== See Also ==
			* [[File:Prostatic_urethra.svg\|thumb\|left\|Diagram of the prostatic urethra]]
			* [[File:Gray1136.png\|thumb\|right\|Anatomy of the male pelvis]]
			* [[File:male_anatomy_1.png\|thumb\|left\|Male anatomy overview]]

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	~~File~~:~~Prostatic_urethra.svg\|Diagram of the prostatic urethra~~
	~~File:Pre_cum_160717.jpg\|Pre-ejaculate fluid~~
	~~File:Illu_penis.jpg\|Illustration of the penis~~
	~~File:Gray1136.png\|Anatomy of the male pelvis~~
	~~File:Gray1156.png\|Male reproductive system~~
	~~File:Gray543.png\|Bulbourethral gland~~
	~~</gallery>~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:male_anatomy_1.png\|Male anatomy overview~~
	~~File:Bulbourethral_gland_--_very_high_mag.jpg\|Bulbourethral gland under very high magnification~~
	~~File:Prostatic_urethra.svg\|Diagram of the prostatic urethra~~
	~~File:Pre_cum_160717.jpg\|Pre-ejaculate fluid~~
	~~File:Illu_penis.jpg\|Illustration of the penis~~
	~~File:Gray1136.png\|Anatomy of the male pelvis~~
	~~File:Gray1156.png\|Male reproductive system~~
	~~File:Gray543.png\|Bulbourethral gland~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			File:Prostatic_urethra.svg\|Diagram of the prostatic urethra
			File:Pre_cum_160717.jpg\|Pre-ejaculate fluid
			File:Illu_penis.jpg\|Illustration of the penis
			File:Gray1136.png\|Anatomy of the male pelvis
			File:Gray1156.png\|Male reproductive system
			File:Gray543.png\|Bulbourethral gland
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'''Bulbourethral gland'''

The '''bulbourethral gland''', also known as '''Cowper's gland''', is a part of the [[male reproductive system]]. It is one of the glands that contribute to the composition of [[semen]].

== Anatomy ==

The bulbourethral gland is a small, pea-sized organ that is located in the [[pelvis]], within the [[sphincter urethrae]] muscle. It is found in the deep perineal pouch, closer to the [[membranous urethra]]. Each male has two of these glands, one on either side of the urethra.

== Function ==

The primary function of the bulbourethral gland is the production of a clear, viscous secretion known as pre-ejaculate or Cowper's fluid. This fluid is released before [[ejaculation]], and serves several purposes. It neutralizes the acidity of the [[urethra]], which can be harmful to [[sperm]]. It also lubricates the urethra, facilitating the passage of sperm during ejaculation.

== Clinical significance ==

Diseases of the bulbourethral gland are relatively rare. However, they can include [[inflammation]] (Cowperitis), [[abscess]] formation, and [[neoplasm]]s. These conditions can cause symptoms such as pain, swelling, and discharge from the penis. Treatment typically involves antibiotics for infections, and surgery for abscesses or neoplasms.

== See also ==
* [[Male reproductive system]]
* [[Semen]]
* [[Urethra]]

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[[Category:Male reproductive system]]
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