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A member asked:

I am a man.please doctor,,is it safe to make love to my wife after meeting her during her ovulation/fertile period?

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Dr. Charles Whiting answered

Yes: Unless you are trying to prevent pregnancy, I don't know of a reason to avoid contact with your wife. Best wishes!

Answered 12/28/2014

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