Does sperm really live inside you for 5 days ?

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I had sex unprotected Monday  I think I ovulated Tuesday night / Wednesday. Could I get pregnant?

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If you’re sexually actively, then you have a chance of becoming pregnant. This goes for protected or unprotected intercourse. Sperm typically live for about 1-3 days in the reproductive tract, but it’s possible their lifespan can reach about 5-6 days.

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Yes , The life span of sperm after ejaculation depends on the circumstances. Ejaculated sperm remain viable for several days within the female reproductive tract. Fertilization is possible as long as the sperm remain alive up to five days. Sperm can also be preserved for decades when semen is frozen.

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Always a chance when unprotected

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Any time you have unprotected sex you can get pregnant.

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You could definitely get pregnant.

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I've heard and heard up to 7 days. At that point they're dying off and barely moving but still alive. However, this is with perfect conditions on both sides. I've gotten pregnant twice from having sex only once 5 days before I ovulated

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They can, it doesn’t mean they will

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The average sperm live 1.4 days and about 5% can make it past 4.4 days

Does sperm really live inside you for 5 days ?

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