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How long does a sperm live outside the body?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Not for very long, and although you did not ask, any sperm deposited outside of the vagina will not get anyone pregnant.

Answered 1/19/2023

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On most surfaces it dies in 10 minutes

Answered 1/20/2023

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