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Gynaecology questioniftakes 30 mins fastest forsperm to reach egg,canshowering or wiping reducechance of pregnancy at all if semen come in contact wit?
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"Washed away": Semen is designed t stay in the vagina without interruption to maximize motility and fertilization. The process of getting up in less than 30 minutes and walking to the restroom or showering will cause a loss of semen and is not recommended if trying to get pregnant.
Answered 9/22/2015
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