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By HollyCat416 | Jun 06, 2007

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maximum life of sperm

Can anyone tell me what the maximum life of sperm is if it is in the best conditions in a woman's body? Some sites say it is 72 hours and others say up to 7 days.

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tina1111

Jun 06, 2007

In absolutely perfect conditions with good fertile cm it can live 5 days. In most cases 3 is peak.

HollyCat416

Jun 06, 2007

thank you...

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