Pre-cum is a clear fluid before ejaculation that is released from the penis when aroused, similar to how the vagina secretes natural lubricant.
Where does pre-cum come from?
Pre-ejaculate is produced by the pea-sized Cooper's gland (bulbourethral gland), located just below the prostate.
Is pre-cum the same as sperm?
No, many people confuse precum and semen (ejaculate), and that's understandable. Both fluids are secreted by the penis but have different purposes and benefits.
Precum acts similarly to a pre-penetration lubricant, but its main purpose is to lubricate the urethra to make the transport of sperm from the testicles to the vagina as safe as possible. It also helps rid urine of bacteria and balances pH.
Sperm is a fluid that can be white, gray or even yellowish and is produced as a result of orgasm. It transports sperm from the penis to the vagina for fertilization.
How much pre-ejaculate does the body produce?
For most penis owners, the amount of fluid before ejaculation is a teaspoon or less.
Some penis owners may experience excessive pre-cum production, which can be somewhat distressing and uncomfortable. While excess fluid before ejaculation poses no threat to health, suddenly wetting your underwear when you see a hot girl walking down the street can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. But that doesn't mean you should rely on using pre-cum as lube!
How do I deal with excess precum?
If you notice an increased amount of pre-ejaculate, especially in situations outside the bedroom, contact your doctor. There are medications your doctor may prescribe to reduce the amount of pre-ejaculatory fluid while maintaining the urethra's natural cleansing and pH-balancing effects.
How to produce more precum?
It may well be that your body or penis produces no pre-ejaculate or only a small amount of it. Unfortunately, many supplement manufacturers claim that they increase the amount of pre-cum, but don't fall for these cheap tricks - the amount of fluid your body produces is beyond your control. Every body is built differently.
Penis owners should try prostate stimulation and pelvic floor muscle training. This will teach you how to control premature ejaculation for pleasure while improving pre-ejaculate production.
Can precum cause pregnancy?
The chances are slim, but yes, you can still get pregnant! For this reason, coitus interruptus, in which a man withdraws his penis as he feels an orgasm approaching, is not an ideal way to prevent pregnancy.
Can you give or get an STI before cumming?
Pre-cum is a sexual fluid that can transmit bacteria or viral infections from Cooper's glands. So it is entirely possible to become infected and transmit sexually transmitted diseases.
STDs can be transmitted through all forms of sexual intercourse, including intercourse that does not result in pregnancy, such as: B. oral or anal sexual intercourse. During penetrative vaginal sex, the chance of precum passing on an STI is much higher than the chance of getting pregnant.
Therefore, always use a condom, even if you only plan to have oral sex.