It is a known fact that STDs can be contacted through lovemaking with an infected person, caution should be applied when kissing as oral transmission is also an easy way to be Infected.
Oral transmission is one of the ways that leads to the spread of microbes from an infected person to another through saliva, shared food or drinks.
When microbes are transferred through kissing, the swallowing of the tongue enables it to enter the body. Some of the infections may stick to the inner surface of the cheeks, mouth, tongue or teeth and are later passed down into the body by the saliva.
Some microbes spread faster than others as such when you come into contact with an infected person, it exposes the body to dangerous situations due to the fact that the cough or phlegm swallowed from the infected person through kissing can be dangerous.
When engaged in the act of kissing, it should not only be seen as a means of receiving or giving pleasure, you should consider that diseases and germs can be easily transferred through the process.
DISEASES THAT MIGHT BE CONTACTED THROUGH KISSING
The following are diseases that might be transmitted through kissing;
- Cold
- HIV
- Herpes
- Syphilis
- Meningitis
- Respiratory tract virus
- Tooth decay
- Warts
- Influenza, etc.
HOW TO PREVENT INFECTION
- Do not kiss if you or your partner is sick.
- Avoid the act if there is cold sore, wart or ulcer around the mouth.
- Brush and floss the mouth regularly.
Choose your partner carefully and be conscious of the health status of the person to avoid contacting bacterias or viruses which can easily be transferred through saliva.
Visit a health facility for diagnosis and immediate treatment if you have come into contact with an infected person to avoid further complications.
