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Until researchers are sure, it is best to assume that pregnancy is possible if this fluid comes into contact with a woman's vagina. In general, if the semen is still wet it may well have live sperm. Understanding how long sperm live — inside and outside the body — can help whether you are trying to get pregnant or trying to avoid getting pregnant. Withdrawal is more effective when combined with other methods of contraception , such as male or female condoms or spermicide.

Men may boost their fertility by taking vitamins before trying to conceive. What does a semen analysis tell? How does a short luteal phase affect fertility? Please use one of the following formats to cite this article in your essay, paper or report: This makes the vagina more welcoming to sperm and allows it to live longer.

What about semen on clothing or in the bath? Enter your email below and we'll send you another email. Sperm frozen for in vitro fertilization, however, can last a very long time. Will I never be able to have sex with my boyfriend? On average, each time a man ejaculates he releases nearly million sperm. MENTAL HEALTH How Your Brain Changes Throughout Your Life.