Can precum cause pregnancy ?
Precum(Pre-seminal fluid), what are we talking about?
We often hear about it without really knowing what it is: pre-seminal fluid, also called "pre-ejaculatory". What exactly does it mean? What does it look like and how is it produced? What are its functions?
Definition: What is pre-seminal fluid?
Pre-seminal fluid, also called "pre-ejaculatory" or "precum", is a viscous, colorless fluid secreted by the Cowper glands (located around the male urethra) at the onset of sexual arousal.
Its production cycle
It appears around the beginning of puberty until the end of life. "Like seminal fluid, its production is however more important when one is young" indicates Milène Leroy.
Its function
This biological fluid has a protective effect : "It cleans the ureteral canal of possible bacteria and toxins, thus protecting the spermatozoa (once mixed with the sperm ) from vaginal acidity" specifies the sexologist. She adds: "It also has a lubricating role , facilitating both coitus (editor's note: just like vaginal secretions in women) and also facilitates the movement of the foreskin on the glans." It would also play a role in blood clotting.
How is it different from seminal fluid?
As the name suggests, seminal fluid is a fluid produced by the prostate and seminal vesicles. It is one of the components of semen and is only visible at the time of ejaculation.
Different roles
Unlike pre-ejaculatory fluid which helps prepare for penetration and ejaculation , seminal fluid is especially necessary for the progression and survival of spermatozoa during fertilization.
By the way, what is sperm?
Sperm is therefore the combination of seminal fluid and spermatozoa .
Pre-seminal fluid, do all men have it?
Pre-seminal fluid is secreted in varying amounts depending on the individual: some do not produce any at all; others up to 5 milliliters.
Can we control the release of precum (liquid before ejaculation)?
And unlike ejaculation which comes out in jets, this fluid comes out slowly.
Absence of pre-seminal fluid, is this normal?
Not all men produce them, there would be no need to worry even if seeking medical advice can be reassuring and recommended in case of doubt.
Excessive production, should we be worried?
In rare cases, an individual may produce it in excess, which can be a cause of embarrassment or irritation.
Pregnancy: Is it possible to get pregnant with pre-seminal fluid? Does it contain sperm?
Since pre-cum alone does not contain sperm, the likelihood of getting pregnant is minimal. However, when it enters the vagina , and there has been recent ejaculation, sperm can still travel to the female reproductive organs and come into contact with this pre-ejaculatory fluid. In fact, one study found that 41% of pre-ejaculatory samples from 27 men contained sperm.
Although their presence is very low, pregnancy is still possible.
