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On average how long does sperm live inside after intercourse?

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Dr. Gena Kluwe answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

About : 24 hours or so. Theoretically, they can live up to 72 hours, but i think the reality is shorter.

Answered 8/7/2014

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