Pre cum, also known as pre-ejaculate, pre-seminal fluid and Cowper's fluid, is a whitish or clear fluid that leaves the penis when a male is aroused. It is an essential part of the reproductive system, and it consists of water, salt and fructose. There are debates as to whether it contains sperm, but it, however, includes components of sperm. There are a lot of grey areas surrounding pre cum, and this article is here to answer some of the questions you might have.
Understanding Pre Cum In Relation To Semen
Pre cum, like semen, are fluids that come out of the penis during sexual activity, pre cum at the point of arousal and semen during ejaculation. Studies have shown that pre cum helps the semen travel more quickly out of the body and sometimes serves as a natural lubricant during sex.
Pre cum contains no sperm; however, while travelling through the urethra, it might mix with sperm.
The semen is produced in the testicle, while pre cum is made in another part of the body. Even though pre cum and semen are both related to sex, they serve different purposes.
Where Does Pre Cum Come From?
Pre cum comes from the Cowper’s gland, a pair of pea-sized glands. These glands are half an inch in diameter and are connected to the urethra by ducts. The urethra carries both the semen and urine through the penis. It is discharged during arousal, masturbation, foreplay or the beginning of sexual intercourse.
Composition Of Pre Cum
Pre cum contains some chemicals associated with semen, for example, acid-phosphate. It is usually alkaline and has significant water, salt, and fructose component. Studies have shown that pre cum sometimes contains sperms which can be active.
What Does Pre Cum Do?
Sperm and urine both exit the body from the same channel; the urine, due to its acidic nature, can sometimes kill sperm cells, but with pre cum being alkaline, the acidic nature of urine is left in the urethra can be neutralized, giving safe passage for the sperm.
Pre cum can also be used as a natural lubricant during sex. It helps to make it more convenient and enjoyable. Be careful; however, pre cum is known to sometimes contain active sperm cells that can lead to pregnancy.
Can You Get Pregnant By Pre Cum?
Many people are curious as to whether or not they can get pregnant by pre cum; yes, absolutely, you can get pregnant by pre cum.
Research has shown that pre cum sometimes contains a trace amount of active sperm cells which get into the pre cum by cross-termination, which occurs when a recent sexual activity is closely followed by another round of sexual activity.Hence, the withdrawal method is best avoided when avoiding pregnancy.
Can It Contain STI’s?
Being a bodily fluid, pre cum can carry bacteria, viruses and other disease causative agents. Pre cum have been known to carry active HIV virus; therefore, always use appropriate protection to avoid STIs.
Pre cum plays a vital role in arousal and sexual intercourse, but it comes with the risk of pregnancy and STIs; therefore, always practice safe sex!