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Can shallow penetration result in pregnancy?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes it can.: In fact just having sperm deposited at introitus (area around opening of vagina) can lead to pregnancy.

Dr Van Dis and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/1/2013

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