Patient's question:
I had sex with my girlfriend a few days ago. At the time, it wasn't ovulation, so we didn't use a condom. I also didn't take the pill afterward. But then I thought, sperm has a survival time, right? How long can sperm survive inside a woman's body?Doctor's answer:
After ejaculation, some sperm enter the uterus, while others remain in the cervical folds for a longer period. A cervical mucus test performed 48 hours after intercourse showed the presence of many viable and healthy sperm, the situation remaining the same as immediately after intercourse. Additionally, the fallopian tube fluid contains sufficient sugar and necessary chemicals, suitable for sperm survival. Some sperm can survive in the fallopian tubes for up to 85 hours.