Pre-cum is a clear pre-ejaculatory liquid that is released from the penis when it is aroused, similar to the way the vagina secretes natural lubrication.
Where does pre-cum come from?
Pre-ejaculation is produced by the pea-sized Cooper's gland (bulbourethral gland), located just below the prostate.
Is precum the same as semen?
No, many people confuse pre-cum and sperm (ejaculation), and that's understandable. Both fluids are secreted by the penis, but they have different purposes and benefits.
Precum acts as 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 clear urine of bacteria and equalize pH levels.
Sperm 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-ejaculation does the body produce?
For most penis owners, the amount of pre-ejaculatory fluid varies from a teaspoon or less.
Some penis owners may experience and produce excessive amounts of pre-cum, which can be quite heavy and uncomfortable. Although excess pre-ejaculatory fluid is not a health hazard, it can be strange and embarrassing to suddenly wet your underwear when you see a hot girl walking down the street. But that doesn't mean you should rely on using precum as a lubricant!
How to deal with excess pre-gum?
If you experience an increase in the amount of pre-ejaculation, 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 cleansing and pH-balancing benefits of the urethra.
How to produce more pre-cum?
It could very well be that your body or penis does not produce pre-ejaculation or only produces a small amount of it. Unfortunately, many supplement companies claim they 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 pre-ejaculation production.
Can precum cause pregnancy?
The chances are slim, but yes, you can still get pregnant! This is why coitus interruptus, in which a man withdraws his penis while he feels orgasm approaching, is not the ideal way to prevent pregnancy.
Can you give or receive a pre-cum STD?
Pre-cum is a sexual fluid that can carry bacteria or viral infections from Cooper's glands, so yes, it is possible to become infected and transmit STIs.
STIs can be transmitted through all forms of sex, including sex that does not result in pregnancy, such as oral or anal. With penetrative vaginal sex, the chance of transmitting a pre-cum STI is much greater than the chance of you getting pregnant.
Therefore, always use a condom, even if you only plan to have oral sex.