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Can someone get pregnant just by coming in contact with the precum without sexual intercourse?

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Dr. Reetika

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iCliniq medical review team

Published At October 31, 2022
Reviewed AtNovember 22, 2022

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My partner and I were touching each other, and I am not sure if a small amount of precum may have come in contact with my hand before I touched her intimates. Both of us are virgins, her hymen is intact, and I did not ejaculate. However, she was ovulating at that time. About 21 hours later, she took a morning pill. Are there any chances of pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Reetika

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

In order to become pregnant, sperm must be released inside the female vagina. These sperm must then fertilize an egg, which may or may not be available depending on the female's ovulation pattern. The successfully fertilized egg must then be implanted in the uterus. When all of this is completed successfully, a female becomes pregnant. Although there was most likely precum on your hand, it is important to note that sperm can survive in the open for a few seconds to a maximum of 5 minutes, according to several studies. Consequently, the likelihood is low.

Furthermore, even though she was ovulating, she took an emergency contraceptive pill, which prevented pregnancy. These pills prevent pregnancy at three different stages. First, it postpones egg release, so there is no chance of pregnancy. Second, it prevents egg fertilization by thickening fluids within the cervix. Finally, it prevents egg implantation on the uterine lining by creating an unfavorable environment, making pregnancy extremely unlikely.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

She took an I-pill after ovulation. Will it be effective?

Answered by Dr. Reetika

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Yes, even if she releases an egg before taking the pill, it will prevent fertilization and implantation. So you do not have to be concerned.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

It is been six days since my girlfriend took the contraceptive pill. She only experienced light cramping for two days. There was no spotting, bleeding, or other associated side effects common with the contraceptive pills. We are scared that it will not work. When does bleeding start after taking the pill? Is not bleeding a sign that it’s not working? Should we be worried?

Answered by Dr. Reetika

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Do not worry, bleeding is not essential for the pill to work. As it is, the chances of pregnancy are rare. Just be prepared for a delay in your next period by ten days to 15 days. Do not take stress, things are perfectly fine even if there is no bleeding. It is the human body and all females do not bleed.

God bless.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor, Thank you for your reply.What happens if her period is delayed beyond 15 days?

Answered by Dr. Reetika

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

The cycle will resume with a delayed length after that.

God bless.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Reetika
Dr. Reetika

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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