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Does tap water alone kill sperm? or atleast can wash it off completely? (without using soap or rubbing the hands)?

Q: does tap water alone kill sperm? or atleast can wash it off completely? (without using soap or rubbing the hands)?

: sperms die within 20-30 minutes after ejaculation if not in the vagina or cervix no matter what the surface. Water is ok but soap is cleaner.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

sperms die within 20-30 minutes after ejaculation if not in the vagina or cervix no matter what the surface. Water is ok but soap is cleaner.

Answered 8/24/2021

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A member asked:

Does tap water alone kill sperm? or atleast can wash it off completely? (without using soap or rubbing the hands)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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