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How Long Can Sperm Live In The Female Reproductive System After Intercourse?

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Posted on Mon, 23 Jan 2017
Question: How long does sperm live in the female reproductive system after intercourse?

Does having placenta accerta affect the fetus in any way? If so, how?

Can a baby be over a week late and only weigh 6lb2 ounces?

What are some signs that a baby was overdue after birth?

Can a "rough" cervical exam induce labor?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Details explained

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

Following is my reply :

1) Sperm lives about one to 3 days after Intercourse.

2) Placenta Acreta does not impact growth of baby.

3) Baby can be over a week and weigh only 6lb.

4) More hairs and reduced Amniotic fluid are seen in baby after birth in over due babies.

5) Rough cervical exam can induce labor.

Let me know if you need anymore help.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy
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Follow up: Dr. Soumya (5 hours later)
I have read sources that sperm live up to 7 days?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (46 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Not 7 days

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Sperms dont have resources to live upto 7 days
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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How Long Can Sperm Live In The Female Reproductive System After Intercourse?

Brief Answer: Details explained Detailed Answer: Hi, I understand your concerns. Following is my reply : 1) Sperm lives about one to 3 days after Intercourse. 2) Placenta Acreta does not impact growth of baby. 3) Baby can be over a week and weigh only 6lb. 4) More hairs and reduced Amniotic fluid are seen in baby after birth in over due babies. 5) Rough cervical exam can induce labor. Let me know if you need anymore help.