My boyfriend rubbed his penis with precum outside of my vagina 9 days before my expected period.

Hello, guest.

I understand your concern. Let me provide some information to help you better understand the situation:

1. Timing in the menstrual cycle: The time when a woman is most fertile is during ovulation, which typically occurs around the middle of the menstrual cycle. On average, ovulation happens about 14 days before the start of the next period. However, the exact timing can vary depending on the length and regularity of a woman's menstrual cycle. If you're expecting your period in 9 days, it suggests that this incident occurred about 5 days after your likely ovulation day (assuming a typical 28-day cycle). The chances of getting pregnant decrease significantly in the days after ovulation.

2. Precum and pregnancy: Precum (or pre-ejaculatory fluid) can contain sperm, but typically in much lower amounts than the main ejaculate. The presence of sperm in precum isn't guaranteed; it mostly depends on whether the man had ejaculated earlier and whether he has urinated several times since that ejaculation, which can help flush out lingering sperm.

3. Location: You mentioned that your boyfriend rubbed his penis with precum "outside" of your vagina. Direct penetration and ejaculation inside the vagina increase the chances of pregnancy, but sperm can also potentially enter the vagina from the outside, although the chances are much lower.

Considering all these factors, the risk of pregnancy in your described situation is generally low but not zero. If you're concerned about potential pregnancy, consider the following:

1. Emergency Contraception: Depending on where you live and how much time has passed, you might still be within the window to use emergency contraception if you feel it's necessary. This can be in the form of a pill or a copper intrauterine device (IUD). The sooner it's taken after unprotected intercourse, the more effective it is.

2. Pregnancy Test: If your period is late or you're experiencing unusual symptoms, take a pregnancy test to know for sure. It's typically best to wait until the first day of your missed period for the most accurate result.

Hope this helps.