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Will sperm die immediately if hand sanitizer is applied?
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Sperm viability: Doubt that this has been extensively studied. The likelihood it that this will inhibit or kill sperm but would not recommend using this as a means of birth control. Best wishes.
Answered 2/27/2020
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