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Male Urethra

Ok so i've never looked inside my urethra before, i know that might be weird, but its true. anywho, after masturbation or sex i noticed my urine going in different directions other than straight (even not after masturbation or sex).so i looked to see if there was anything blocking the flow. well i have no idea what im looking at but then again i'm not sure if its normal either. its bumpy, spongy, and theres two tab like things on the bottom. it makes me wonder if i have something. theres no bumps on the outside around my genitals, and it does not hurt to pee or have sex. should i be worried or is this the normal looking male uretha?
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Not clear just what you mean by "going in different directions," but assuming that you mean the stream splits or breaks in various directions, it's doubtful that you have a problem.  The meatus (urethral opening) can have any number of configurations (e.g., some have raised "lips"  [your "tab-like things"?] and some don't) that can deflect the stream in various ways..  And even how you're holding your penis (or whether it's cold or warm, flaccid or erect) at any given time can affect the stream, especially if you are intact (not circumcised).  
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If your urine stream suddenly starts splitting, it could indicate a urethral stricture, meatal stenosis, prostate issue, or a host of other things which would require medical attention. If it doesn't clear in a day or two, you should see a doctor.
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if you ever had unprotected sex then you could have a STD, but most of the time what happens is you will have some seman dry at the tip which causes the urine to go in a different direction. it happens to me and probably most males.
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