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Can pre-cum get me pregnant?

By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin No Comments
The short answer is yes! While pre-cum itself does not typically contain sperm, it can carry sperm that may lead to unintended pregnancy.

What Is Pre-Cum?

Pre-cum is a natural lubricant released from the penis before ejaculation. It is the liquid that sometimes appears at the tip of the penis before ejaculation. While pre-cum doesn’t naturally contain sperm, it can often become contaminated with sperm during sexual arousal.

Several factors can increase your risk of pregnancy from pre-cum and they are:

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  • During Ovulation
  • Not Using Birth Control aka “the withdrawal method”
  • Wrong Use of Contraceptives

Can I Get Pregnant From Pre-Cum Even If I’m Not Ovulating?

Yes, pregnancy can occur from pre-cum even if you’re not ovulating. Sperm can survive inside the female reproductive system for up to 5 days. This means that if sperm enters the vagina, it can wait for ovulation and still cause pregnancy, even if it was not deposited during the fertile window.

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What If I Have Been Exposed to Pre-Cum?

If you’ve had sex without protection and are concerned about the possibility of pregnancy from pre-cum, emergency contraception options like Plan B can help prevent pregnancy if taken soon after intercourse.

It’s also important to get tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) if you’re unsure about your partner’s STI status.

How Can I Reduce the Risk of Pregnancy from Pre-Cum?

  • Use Condoms
  • Birth Control Pills
  • IUDs and Other Barrier Methods
  • Urinate Before Sex: Although not entirely foolproof, it may help flush out leftover sperm in the urethra, reducing the likelihood of sperm mixing with pre-cum.
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In conclusion, the withdrawal method is an unreliable form of contraception. To reduce the risk of pregnancy, it’s important to use more effective birth control methods, as pre-cum can still carry sperm and pose a risk of pregnancy.

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By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin

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