Could She Be Pregnant? Risks After Intimate Contact

Is it possible to get pregnant?

Hello, on May 1st, I was intimate with my 18-year-old girlfriend.
After masturbation, I ejaculated on her stomach.
However, there was no penetration, and she did not remove her pants.
After wiping the semen off her stomach with a tissue, she used another tissue to wipe her genital area, and I'm unsure if there was any residual semen on her hands.
Her period was expected on May 10th, but as of May 14th, it has not arrived.
Could this possibly indicate pregnancy?

Niming, 20~29 year old female. Ask Date: 2017/05/14

Dr. Huang Jianzhong reply Obstetrics and Gynecology

On May 1st, I was intimate with my 18-year-old girlfriend.
After masturbating, I ejaculated on her stomach.
However, there was no penetration, and she did not remove her pants.
After wiping the semen off her stomach with a tissue, she used another tissue to wipe her genital area, but I am unsure if there was any residual semen on her hands.
Her period was expected on May 10th, but it has not arrived as of May 14th.
Could this result in pregnancy? Answer: It is unlikely that she is pregnant.

Reply Date: 2017/05/14

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Based on the information provided, it seems that you are concerned about the possibility of pregnancy following intimate contact with your girlfriend. Let's break down the situation to assess the risks involved.

From what you've described, there was no direct penetration during your encounter on May 1st, and you ejaculated on her abdomen. Importantly, your girlfriend did not remove her pants, which adds a layer of protection against any potential transfer of sperm. After the ejaculation, you wiped the semen away with a tissue, and your girlfriend also wiped her genital area with another tissue. The key question here is whether any residual sperm could have been transferred from her hands to her vagina.

In general, the risk of pregnancy from such contact is quite low, especially since there was no penetration. Sperm must enter the vagina and travel through the cervix to fertilize an egg. While it is theoretically possible for sperm to be transferred from a hand to the vagina, the likelihood of this happening in your scenario is minimal, particularly given the precautions taken (i.e., no penetration and the use of tissues).

Now, regarding your girlfriend's missed period, it's important to consider several factors. A missed period can be caused by various reasons, including stress, hormonal changes, or other health issues. Since you mentioned that her period was due on May 10th and it did not arrive by May 14th, it is understandable that you are concerned. However, the absence of a period alone does not confirm pregnancy, especially given the circumstances of your encounter.

To determine whether your girlfriend is pregnant, the most reliable method is to take a home pregnancy test. These tests are designed to detect the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), which is produced during pregnancy. If the test is taken after a missed period, it can provide a fairly accurate result. If the test is negative and her period still does not arrive, it may be advisable for her to consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation.

In summary, while the possibility of pregnancy cannot be entirely ruled out, the circumstances you described suggest a very low risk. The best course of action is to wait for her to take a pregnancy test. If she has concerns about her menstrual cycle or if the test is positive, seeking medical advice would be the next step. It's also important to discuss contraception options with your girlfriend to prevent any future anxiety regarding unintended pregnancies.

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