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A 33-year-old female asked:
I am trying to conceive. is it safe to take a bath after ovulation during the two week wait?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
Sure: A bath won't interfere at all! enjoy!
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Dr. James Burnsanswered
Emergency Medicine 39 years experience
Baths can: Lead to urethritis which are very uncomfortable. Urethritis can lead to cystitis and cystitis and early pregnancy aren't good friends. Unless you have a really good reason to take baths you might want to stick to showers.
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Last updated Dec 29, 2014
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