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I'm trying to conceive and i regularly use a hydrogen peroxide douche to treat recurring bacterial vaginosis, will this effect my chances of pregnanc?

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Yes that could kill: The sperm.

Dr Mcdonald agreed

Answered 1/9/2021

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