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Is it safe to have sex after being advised that one twin is dead & the other is growing well?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

How far along?: Some obstetricians advise to abstain from intercourse during the last week or two of pregnancy. Otherwise you should be fine.

Dr Sparacino and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/8/2013

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