Pre-cum is a clear pre-ejaculatory fluid that is released from the penis when aroused, similar to how the vagina secretes natural lubrication.
Where does pre-cum come from?
Pre-ejaculate is produced by the pea-sized bulbourethral gland located just below the prostate.
Is pre-cum the same as sperm?
No, many people confuse precum and sperm (ejaculate), and this is understandable. Both fluids are secreted by the penis, but they have different purposes and benefits.
Precum acts much like a pre-penetration lubricant, but its main purpose is to lubricate the urethra to make the journey of sperm from the testicles to the vagina as safe as possible. It also helps clean urine of bacteria and level pH levels.
Semen is a liquid that can be white, gray or even yellowish and appears 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 preejaculatory fluid varies from a teaspoon or less.
Some penis holders may experience and produce excessive amounts of pre-cum, which can be quite taxing and uncomfortable. While excess preejaculatory fluid is not a health hazard, it can be awkward and embarrassing to suddenly wet your underwear when you see a hottie walking down the street. But that doesn't mean you should rely on using pre-cum as lubricant!
How to manage excess precum?
If you experience an increase in the amount of pre-ejaculate, especially in situations outside the bedroom, consult your doctor. There are medications your doctor can prescribe to reduce the amount of pre-ejaculatory fluid while maintaining the natural benefits of cleansing and pH balancing the urethra.
How to produce more sperm?
It may very well be that your body or penis does not produce pre-ejaculate or only produces a small amount. Unfortunately, many supplement companies claim to increase the amount of pre-cum, but don't fall for these cheap tricks: the amount of fluid your body produces is out of 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 and at the same time improve the production of pre-ejaculate.
Can precum cause pregnancy?
The chances are slim, but yes, you can still get pregnant! That's why coitus interruptus, in which a man withdraws his penis as he feels orgasm approaching, is not an ideal way to prevent pregnancy.
Can you give or get an STI from pre-cum?
Pre-cum is a sexual fluid that can carry bacterial or viral infections from the Cooper's glands, so yes, it is possible to become infected and transmit STDs.
STDs can be transmitted through all forms of sex, including sex that does not result in pregnancy, such as oral or anal sex. With penetrative vaginal sex, the chance of precum transmitting an STI is much higher than the chance of you getting pregnant.
Therefore, always use a condom, even if you plan to only have oral sex.