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If after intercourse sperm couldn't fertilize the egg within ovulation period of 12-24 hours then can that old sperm fertilize the egg in next ovulation i.e in next month? is there any probability or risk?
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No: Sperm will live for about 5 days max. In addition, the uterine lining and all material is flushed out during a woman's monthly period. You should familiarize yourself on how a woman becomes pregnant and wear appropriate contraception if you do not want to be a father. Here is some information regarding how one becomes pregnant: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/pregnancy
Answered 2/21/2021
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