Its no news that most STDs are transmitted through sexual contact and genital fluids. This means that you can easily get an STD if you have unprotected sex with someone who is already infected. You can also get sexually transmitted infections through kissing or other contact with mouth fluids or wounds.
“According to Medicalnewstoday.com,” his four venereal diseases that can be transmitted through kissing are:
1. Herpes.
herpes simplex virus. He splits into two parts, HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV-1 can cause sores, painful blisters, or sores in, on, or around the mouth and lips. And this spread through verbal contact such as kissing. Kissing someone who has this type of disease puts you at risk of unknowingly contracting this STD. People with acute wounds would be wise to avoid kissing until the wound heals. It is also important to practice good hygiene to prevent transmission of this disease.
2. Syphilis.
Another sexually transmitted disease that can be transmitted through kissing is syphilis. It is a bacterial sexually transmitted disease spread by direct contact with syphilitic wounds. These sores can occur on the genitals, inside the mouth, or on the lips. A person infected with syphilis may experience symptoms such as fever, sore throat, headache, and fatigue. However, they should be treated with antibiotics to prevent the disease from progressing.
3. Cytomegalovirus (CM).
The virus is transmitted through bodily fluids, blood, and tears. Infants and young children can also become infected through contact with saliva or urine. People with cytomegalovirus may experience fatigue, sore throat, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Note that there is no cure for this virus and people with this type of infection do not need treatment.
4. Human papillomavirus (HPV).
The most common route of transmission of this virus is through direct contact with the genitals. Rarely, humans can transmit this virus through oral contact. Symptoms include persistent sore throat, unexplained weight loss, pain when swallowing, and hoarseness.
It’s always a good idea to discuss health issues before engaging in intimate activities with someone. Using protective measures such as condoms, or even better, limiting sexual activity can reduce the risk of infection.