Question 1

does a chlorine pool kill sperm?

Accepted Answer

Sperm: No, you can't get pregnant from a swimming pool. Sperm ejaculated outside the human body likely only survive a few minutes. Ejaculate or seminal fluid dries out very quickly when outside the human body, once it is dried the sperm die almost immediately. Dissipated into pool water, a similar outcome would occur.

Question 2

do detergents used for laundering kill sperm?

Accepted Answer

: yes

Question 3

does lube kill sperm or make them less effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Different lubrications on the market can create a hostile environment for sperm.  In general, the most mild, water based lubricants that do not contain perfumes, dyes, stimulants, etc. Are best for fertility.  I recommend canola oil as a good alternative to traditional lubricants--it is effective and not harmful to sperm/semen.

Question 4

can shampoo kill sperm outside of the body?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sperm die as soon as they are out of the body, unless they are inside a warm friendly vagina. Soap, shampoo etc would speed up sperm "kill".

Question 5

do condoms have stuff on them to kill sperm?

Accepted Answer

Check the condom: That you are buying to see if it has a spermicide or not.

Question 6

does bacterial vaginoses kill sperm?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Not to ny significant degree.

Question 7

does menthol cigarettes kill sperm cells?

Accepted Answer

No: They are neither an effective male or female contraceptive, nor in any way good for you.

Question 8

can a blood clotting condition kill sperm cells?

Accepted Answer

No connection: There is just too much missing from your question. What disorder? What damage to your organs has it done? Are your testicles damaged because of this disorder?

Question 9

how do spermicide (male) condoms work? as in, how do they kill sperm?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Some kinds of condoms may be manufactured with coating on condoms so to add additional protection by killing sperms in contact and uplift their selling pitch. Nonetheless due diligence and vigilance in practicing safe sex are still main ingredients for succeeding in contraception. More? Ask doc timely.

Question 10

during foreplay can saliva kill sperm as me and partner are trying for a baby?will this affect it?

Accepted Answer

Saliva &amp; sperm: Studies show that saliva can have a negative effect on sperm. If your partner has enough sperm then it's unlikely to make a major difference, but if he has a low sperm count then every single sperm may count.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Acetic acid used in a colposcopy kill sperm

A member asked:

Does a chlorine pool kill sperm?

A member asked:

Do detergents used for laundering kill sperm?

A member asked:

Does lube kill sperm or make them less effective?

A member asked:

Can shampoo kill sperm outside of the body?

A member asked:

Do condoms have stuff on them to kill sperm?

A member asked:

Does bacterial vaginoses kill sperm?

A member asked:

Does menthol cigarettes kill sperm cells?

A member asked:

Can a blood clotting condition kill sperm cells?

A member asked:

How do spermicide (male) condoms work? as in, how do they kill sperm?

A member asked:

During foreplay can saliva kill sperm as me and partner are trying for a baby?will this affect it?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?