If Aquaphor Is Used As A Lubricant, Would It Be Harmful To Sperm Or Prevent Pregnancy?

Posted on 4 days ago

Question: If aquaphor is used as a lubricant, would it be harmful to sperm or prevent pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Aquaphor should be avoided as a lubricant.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear ,
Aquaphor is petroleum jelly. It should be avoided as a lubricant because it can cause irritation sometimes.
Aquaphor also has negative effects on sperm, it can be toxic.
I suggest to use sperm friendly lubricants.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

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