Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I would like to ask that my husband and I haven't had sex for twenty days. We plan to have sex on the day of ovulation to get pregnant. However, online says that sperm is not good after staying too long, and that sperm from abstinence for five to six days is better. So, should we give up this pregnancy attempt? The help I need: I hope for a response!Doctor's answer:
When sperm matures, it generally takes about two to three days. After 20 days, there will be a significant number of mature sperm, while the lower-quality ones will be naturally absorbed. You don’t need to give up on this pregnancy opportunity. As long as your sperm treatment has been going well, you can now prepare to have a child. Starting now, you can begin taking folic acid. This medication should be taken from the time of preparing for pregnancy until three months after becoming pregnant, as it helps prevent neural tube defects in the fetus.