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A member asked:

Can we still try to conceive if husband is on antibiotics for tooth relief pain will it effect sperm counts?

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Dr. Mark Iacobelli answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not sure: I would suggest that a urologist reply to this one.

Dr Patel agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Speak: Ask your question of the physician who prescribed the medication. Different meds have different side effects. however, remember it only takes 1 sperm and 1 egg, no matter the sperm count.

Dr Hickerson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/23/2019

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