Neha Singh Neha Singh Asked 10 months ago

How often does pre ejaculation cause pregnancy?

My boyfriend and I were discussing birth control methods, and someone mentioned 'pulling out'. We were wondering, how often does pre-ejaculation actually cause pregnancy? Is it a significant risk?

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Anil Verma Anil Verma Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Honestly, pre-ejaculation *can* cause pregnancy. I once thought it was a very low risk, and ignored protection. It led to a huge scare. So, never take chances with it. If you're worried, always use proper contraception and if there's any doubt, get it checked by a doctor right away.

Geeta Rao Geeta Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Hello! It's a common misconception that pre-ejaculation doesn't contain sperm or can't lead to pregnancy. While the risk is lower than full ejaculation, it absolutely can cause pregnancy. Sperm can be present in pre-ejaculate, making withdrawal method unreliable. Always use proper contraception if you want to avoid pregnancy.

Sunita Sharma Sunita Sharma Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Oh, the old 'pre-ejaculation' question! Let me tell you, if there's even a tiny possibility, nature finds a way, doesn't it? My gynae always says, if you don't want a baby, use reliable protection. It's not a foolproof method, so don't play guessing games with your future!

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Rahul Das Rahul Das Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Just like I can't resist a good biryani, sometimes things happen unexpectedly! Pre-ejaculation *can* carry sperm, so yes, pregnancy is a possibility, even if a lower one. Don't take chances if you're not planning a baby, use proper protection, just like you'd choose the best ingredients for your favorite dish!

Aparna Singh Aparna Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

My gynaecologist clearly explained that while the concentration of sperm in pre-ejaculate is lower than in full ejaculate, sperm can absolutely be present. Therefore, relying on withdrawal or assuming pre-ejaculate is safe is a significant risk for unwanted pregnancy. She stressed that any unprotected intercourse carries a risk.

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Priya Devi Priya Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Bhaiya, agar bachcha nahi chahiye toh dhyan rakho, na? Pre-ejaculation mein bhi sperm ho sakte hain. Log kehte hain kam chance hai, par chance toh hai na. Doctor se puchho, woh achha batayenge.

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