Dear ddffaa44,

It sounds like you're talking about pre-ejaculate. Pre-ejaculate (also known as "pre-cum") is seminal fluid that seeps from the tip of the penis during sexual excitement, before ejaculation happens. This is perfectly normal and healthy.

Pre-ejaculate may contain sperm from a previous ejaculation. Both pre-ejaculate and ejaculate can carry sexually transmitted infections.

If you have discharges from the penis when it is not erect, you may have a sexually transmitted infection and should get it checked out. You can schedule an appointment with a clinician at Planned Parenthood by calling 1-800-230-PLAN.

Hope this information helps!

Take care,

teenwire.com^® Editors

This column is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have a medical problem, please call toll-free 1-800-230-PLAN for an appointment with the Planned Parenthood health center nearest you.