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A member asked:
How long does sperm stay on hands? if its dry while on your hands is it still capable of causing a pregnancy? does water get rid of it or will it still stay on? if its dry is it completely dead even if water comes in contact?
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Sperm viability: Sperm viability is zero when hands are thoroughly washed with soap and water.
Answered 4/17/2021
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