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A member asked:

I have a 29-30 day cycle, if i had sex the day after my period ended that lasted 5 days. could the sperm from precum still be alive till ovulation?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Not very likely: There is never a "not possible" time, but usually ovulate 10-14 days after end of menses, and semen can survive in vagina for up to 5 days. So while it is very unlikely at the time you ask, cannot "grant absolution." if in doubt, check home pregnancy test after 2 weeks.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/27/2013

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