So what is squirting, how does it happen, why does it happen and what is all the talk about? During sex, some people with vulvas experience a release of fluid during arousal or orgasm; otherwise known as female ejaculation.
Research has found that there are 2 types of female ejaculation fluid, ejaculatory fluid and squirting fluid. The ejaculate fluid is typically only a few milliliters and the consistency may closely resemble male semen. In comparison, squirting fluid is typically expelled in greater amounts and is odorless and colorless. Squirting fluid originates from the bladder and is released via the urethra during arousal or orgasm.
Current research suggests that fluid is made up of a mix of components of urine and prostate specific antigen PSA.
It is important to note no two people have the same vagina and thus no two people orgasm in the exact same way. While researchers do not fully understand what causes squirting, it is believed that G-spot stimulation helps contribute to it. Overall more research needs to be conducted to better understand the mechanism of squirting.
Some research describes the act of female ejaculation and the act of squirting to be two independent events. However, other research studies discuss this as the same phenomenon. Although there is sufficient clinical evidence to support the existence of female ejaculation, further research is necessary to understand the chemical composition of ejaculatory fluid. Body Harmony Physical Therapy offers one-on-one treatment sessions and provides individualized treatment programs for each patient.
