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When u ovulate how long after can the egg stay inside u. cuz sperm stays inside 4 4 days or so.

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12 hours/72 hours: The egg will remain viable for up to 12 hours or more; sperm may remain viable for up to 72 hours depending upon the circumstances. If they unite during that period of time and then implant in the uterus, you're pregnant.

Answered 12/10/2013

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