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The Top 10 Sex and Fertility Myths and Misconceptions – Part 2: #6-10

John Rapisarda, MD, Answers Your Biggest Conception Questions

3:00 | Alternative Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Men's Health, Ob/Gyn, Sexual Medicine, Women’s Health

John Rapisarda, MD, addresses sex and fertility myths and answers several questions concerning conception, pregnancy, and sex.

Myth #6: Getting a massage helps when trying to conceive

Myth #7: Heat and wearing briefs are damaging to sperm

Myth #8: Pregnancy can occur several days after sex

Myth #9: Sexual pheromones really exist

Myth #10: Using lubricants will affect the ability to become pregnant

Click to learn the truth about Myths 1-5

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