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A member asked:

How long after an external shockwave lithotripsy (eswl) can one have sex?

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Ask urologist: but at least wait until you leave the lithotripsy suite

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/4/2018

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