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Is it possible to get pregnant if semen leaks through clothes?

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Published At May 15, 2022
Reviewed AtSeptember 11, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I ejaculated in my pants when my girlfriend was straddling me and sitting on my crotch area. As soon as I did, she got off. I had boxers and pants on, and there was a little stain from the semen on my pants. There was no penetration. Should I be concerned about potential pregnancies?

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. I have read your query, and there is no chance of pregnancy in your case because sperm can not travel and survive on clothes. Semen in its liquid form travels through clothes, but it also dries out when it comes in contact with air. Sperm cannot swim through clothes, reach the vagina, and make someone pregnant. It is very difficult to identify sperm in semen. So there is no chance of pregnancy in your case. I hope you found it helpful. Feel free to ask more questions.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your response. We are anxious because she was on top of me for a second or two. But to confirm, semen cannot go through clothes (despite a stain), as there is no actual intercourse or penetration. Hence there is a zero chance of pregnancy. Is that right?

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

The chances of pregnancy would be there if there were penetration. Pregnancy can occur if deposition of the semen occurs in the vagina by any means, but in your case, there was not. So there is no chance of pregnancy. I hope you found this useful. Regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your response. So “deposition” would not include if she sat on the stain on my pants from ejaculation, so there should be zero risks of pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, this type of sexual activity does not cause pregnancy.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your response. I find it to be really helpful. I am sorry, I have contamination OCD, and I am working every day to worry less. I appreciate your time and immense help.

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

It would be best if you did not worry about it. This type of sexual activity does not cause pregnancy. Thank you so much. You are most welcome.

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

Dr. Richa Agarwal
Dr. Richa Agarwal

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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