2023-10-24 18:45:00
Definition: what is pre-seminal fluid?
Pre-seminal fluid, also known as “pre-ejaculatory” or “precum”, is a viscous and colorless liquid secreted by Cowper’s glands (located around the male urethral canal) at the start of sexual arousal.
Son cycle de production
It appears around the beginning of puberty until the end of life. “Like seminal fluid, its production is however greater when you are young” indicates Milène Leroy.
His function
This biological liquid has a protective effect : “It actually cleans the urter canal of any bacteria and toxins, thus protecting the sperm (once mixed with semen) from vaginal acidity” specifies the sexologist. She adds: “He also a lubricating rolefacilitating both coitus (editor’s note: just like vaginal secretions in women) and also facilitates the movement of the foreskin on the glans.” It would also play a function in blood coagulation.
Religious aspects
In Islam, pre-seminal fluid is called “madhya” (Arabic) and different legal schools of Sunnism agree on the fact that its emission is an impurity and requires that one cleans one’s penis and that one cleans the parts of the body or clothing that it has soiled (source 1).
How is it different from seminal fluid?
As its name suggests, seminal fluid is a fluid produced by the prostate and seminal vesicles. It is one of the components of semen and is only visible at the time of ejaculation.
Different roles
Unlike pre-ejaculatory fluid which prepares for penetration and ejaculation, seminal fluid is especially necessary for the progression and survival of spermatozoa during fertilization.
By the way, what is sperm?
Sperm is therefore the association of seminal fluid and spermatozoa.
Pre-seminal fluid, do all men have it?
The pre-seminal fluid is secreted in varying quantities depending on the individual: some do not produce it at all; others up to 5 milliliters.
Can we control the emission of precum (liquid before ejaculation)?
Impossible to control the emission of precum. It only comes out when there is an erection and it swells and presses on the Cowper’s glands. Milène Leroy, sexologist.
And unlike ejaculation which comes out in jets, this fluid comes out slowly.
Absence of pre-seminal fluid, is this normal?
Not all men produce them, there is no reason to worry even if seeking medical advice can be reassuring and recommended in case of doubt.
Excessive production, should we be worried?
In rare cases, an individual may produce excessive quantities, which may be a cause of embarrassment or irritation. A few case studies have indicated satisfactory results for such individuals when treated with a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor such as finasteride (source 2).
Pregnancy: is it possible to get pregnant with pre-seminal fluid? Does it contain sperm?
Since pre-seminal fluid alone does not contain sperm, the likelihood of getting pregnant is minimal. However, when it enters the vagina, and there has been recent ejaculation, sperm can still move into the female reproductive organs and therefore come into contact with this pre-ejaculatory fluid. A study also revealed that 41% of pre-ejaculatory samples from 27 men contained sperm (source 3).
Although their presence is very small, the fact remains that pregnancy is still possible.
Can pre-ejaculate transmit the AIDS virus?
As the Solidarité Sida website points out (source 4), several liquids can carry HIV such as semen, vaginal secretions (female lubricant), breast milk, blood but also pre-seminal fluid. Some studies have also proven the presence of HIV in the pre-ejaculatory fluid of HIV-positive people (source 5).
In the event of so-called “non-exclusive” reports and without screening tests carried out beforehand, it will therefore be important to protect yourself with a condom: before, during and until the end of sexual intercourse.
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