People who practice interruption of intercourse (PAP) as a method of contraception have no idea that it is possible to get pregnant from pre-seminal fluid. Partners focus on the moment of ejaculation and the inadmissibility of sperm entering the vagina. The pre-ejaculate often remains "in the background", although it plays an important role in the process of sexual intercourse and conception.
What is "pre-ejaculate" in simple terms?
The pre-ejaculate is the pre-seminal fluid that comes out of the glans opening in moments of arousal. The substance is normally secreted in the body of every man, but not everyone notices it, as the colorless drops mix with the partner's secretions.
When the download appears, what do you need to know about it?
Pre-semen is observed both during the period of foreplay or masturbation, and during intercourse with the penetration of the penis into the vagina (or in any other way). The fluid is secreted by the bulbourethral (Cooper) glands, which are located in the pelvis near the base of a man's penis. The amount of pre-semen is individual (mainly depends on genetics): some have only 2-3 drops of liquid on the head of the penis, while others have up to 5ml of lubricant.
The pre-ejaculate in men neutralizes the acid reaction normally present in the urethra, thus preparing it for the passage of sperm. The partner's vagina also contains acids that destroy male sex cells. During friction, the vaginal mucosa is lubricated with precum, which increases the likelihood of getting pregnant. An important role of the pre-seminal secretion is the humidification of the genital tract, ensuring a comfortable, painless flow.
Pre-ejaculate composition - contains sperm
The pre-seed is a clear liquid without a characteristic odor, which has an alkaline reaction of the environment. It contains a large amount of mucus and enzymes, mainly alkaline phosphatase.
Doctors are often asked if there are sperm in the precum.
The answer is yes. With sexual arousal, the testicles are activated, sperm begins to flow into the penis canal. A small part of them can penetrate the pre-seminal fluid.
It is possible and realistic to get pregnant from precum: probability
The issue remains controversial. Some doctors claim that there are very few sperm in the pre-sperm and the cells are immobile, so they cannot reach the egg and fertilize it. Others are sure that under favorable conditions there is the possibility of conceiving a child from pre-ejaculate.
In 2013, a pre-seminal fluid study was conducted in healthy volunteers. As a result, scientists found that in 41% of men, the number of spermatozoa in the secret was sufficient to fertilize an egg. Such data destroy the popular myth in society that PPA is an effective method of contraception.
Doctors advise all couples who are interested in the possibility of getting pregnant due to pre-ejaculate to use more reliable methods of protection. The likelihood of conception increases with repeated intercourse, when the sperm remaining on the walls of the urethra is excreted in the pre-sperm.
How to increase the amount of precum: 5 ways
When too little pre-semen is released and this gives the man discomfort, you can try the following methods:
- Long foreplay.Preliminary caresses of the hand and oral cavity increase the activity of the male bulbar glands and stimulate the secretion of mucus. To eliminate dryness and unpleasant friction during sexual intercourse, you must also prepare your partner so that he has a sufficient amount of vaginal discharge.
- Eliminate bad habits.Alcoholic beverages cause dehydration of the body, impair the functioning of the urogenital organs. Nicotine has a toxic effect on the testicles and bulbar glands. Therefore, in order to increase the amount of pre-ejaculate, doctors recommend giving up alcohol and smoking.
- Eliminate harmful foods from your diet.Smoked meats, canned food, soda and fast food negatively affect the male reproductive system. If such food is abused, the functioning of the gonads decreases and the volume of the pre-ejaculate naturally decreases (in addition, libido and potency deteriorate).
- Do the exercises.There are training complexes for men that are aimed at strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. Their regular performance improves the work of the glands, increases the volume of pre-sperm and sperm and prevents prostate diseases. The most common exercises: Kegels, squats, lunges, leg raises, twists.
- Establish a diet. The basis of the pre-seminal fluid is water, therefore, when the body is dehydrated, the secret becomes thin and viscous. The norm for a man is 30 ml of non-carbonated unsweetened water per kg of body weight (soups and liquid foods are not considered).
How to reduce the amount of precum: 5 methods
In adolescents and young men, a lot of precum is normally released. As the body ages, the production of secretions decreases. If a heavy discharge absorbs the laundry and causes discomfort, there are options for reducing the amount of pre-seminal fluid.
- Have sex regularly.Sex life normalizes the work of the secretory glands, there is no stagnation and accumulation of mucus in them. Men who have sex 3 or more times a week are far less likely to have problems with excess lubricant dripping than those who have sex once a month.
- Consult a urologist.Sometimes the release of a larger volume of fluid from the penis indicates the presence of inflammatory diseases, which may be asymptomatic. If the secretion of pre-ejaculate increases suddenly, it is best to consult your doctor. The urologist will examine the genitals and tell you what the reason is.
- Avoid pre-stimulation. In the absence of erection problems, a man can immediately proceed to penetration, eliminating prolonged foreplay. This can only be done when the partner is ready, otherwise painful friction will occur due to dryness of the vaginal mucosa.
- Choose the right underwear.The use of tight-fitting panties made of synthetic materials has a negative effect on a man's sexual health, and in addition, they poorly absorb the released lubricant drops. Doctors recommend buying cotton underwear in a size that does not squeeze the scrotum and penis.
- Apply food supplements.Male health products are on sale that have a complex effect on the condition of the genitals and improve their functioning. There is a possibility that after using the supplement (before using it, it is important to consult a specialist), the work of the bulbourethral glands will normalize and the amount of lubricant will decrease, in any case the potency will improve.
It is important to understand that it will not work to achieve a significant reduction in pre-seminal fluid if, in general, everything is in order with health, as the production of pre-seminal fluid is a natural component of male physiology.
What if the precum is cloudy or frothy?
An atypical type of chair indicates diseases of the genitourinary sphere. Changes in prostatitis, inflammation of the urethra (urethritis), damage to the bulbourethral glands (couperitis) are observed.
In addition to cloudy ejaculate, men feel unpleasant pressure and heaviness in the perineum during sex, there is often a burning and itching sensation when urinating. If the secret foams and takes on an unpleasant smell, it is likely that the man has a sexually transmitted disease:
- gonorrhea;
- chlamydia;
- ureaplasmosis.
In such a situation, a person must visit a urologist (in person). Sexual intercourse must be stopped before diagnosis in order not to infect the partner. The doctor will diagnose and select drugs, after treatment, the composition and type of precum will return to normal.
Testimonials
- "I recently became convinced that PAP is an unreliable way. My wife and I have always used this method before, there have never been any misfires. When I found out that the family would be reinstated, I thought that mywife was cheating. They also did a paternity test, but here everything is fine, my daughter. Then the doctor (gynecologist) explained that sperm start to be secreted even before orgasm, hence pregnancy from pre-ejaculateit's not such a rare case. "
- "I recently noticed that before sex, a strange cloudy liquid with a yellowish tinge is released, which does not resemble the usual lubricant at all. Then he began to pull the lower abdomen, during orgasm in the perineum there were some unpleasant sensations. The doctor discovered he had contracted an infection and needed antibiotics.
- "All the talk about the possibility of conceiving from a socket is total nonsense. I have read on the forums that there are no sperm in the precum and there is a risk of pregnancy only if you have sex several times in a row without a condom. Me andmy girlfriend we use the PPA, for 5 years of relationship there have been no problems. If we go for the second run, just carefully my penis to remove the rest of the sperm. "