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Can sperm travel through clothing, such as polyester, and lead to possible pregnancy if that was the only thing in-between us?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No, the: clothing is a barrier to the sperm. Sperm needs to be deposited in the vagina or at the introitus (opening of vagina) for pregnancy to occur. Take care.

Answered 2/11/2021

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