A female asked:
My boyfriend came on the bed sheets. so, i used dish wash soap to remove the semen, and then i used a hair dryer to dry the spots. can i get pregnant?
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Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: No but a washing machine is far easier and will sanitize your sheets at the same time with the hot water and detergent.
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