It is difficult to answer this question. Because those who have oral sex also have sex through other methods, so researchers cannot know for sure to what extent these diseases are transmitted through the mouth. But the fact that these diseases are transmitted through the mouth is clear to everyone. These diseases include:
· Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
· Shingles
AIDS (HIV)
Genital warts (HPV)
· Non-gonorrheal inflammation (NGU)
· Syphilis
· Yeast infection
Chlamydia and oral sex
Oral sex cannot be considered the main cause of chlamydia, but there is a possibility of its transmission. Transmission is possible if the vagina, cervix, anus, penis, or mouth come in contact with infected secretions or fluids.
Gonorrhea and oral sex
Gonorrhea can be transmitted during oral sex. Ejaculation is not necessary to transmit gonorrhea. Gonorrhea stays very well in the throat and gonorrhea throat infection is one of the most common side effects of oral sex.
Shingles and oral sex
Shingles can be transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, so the possibility of transmission through oral sex is quite obvious. It is worth noting that even if there are no visible wounds on the skin, transmission is possible because you or your sexual partner may have shingles and not know it. Many people do not know that cold sores are a type of shingles.
HIV and oral sex
Although the probability of transmission is low, there are examples of transmission of this virus through oral sex through semen, vaginal secretions, or blood. HIV is not transmitted through saliva, and deep kissing is acceptable sexual behavior in this case.
HPV and oral sex
Oral sex is considered a rare cause of HPV transmission, but examples of it have been seen. HPV virus exists on the surface of warts and any direct contact can cause transmission.
NGU and oral sex
Most germs that cause NGU can be transmitted through oral sex, even if the penis or tongue does not fully enter the vagina, mouth, or anus, and body fluids are not transferred. An Australian study identified oral sex as an important factor in the transmission of NGU.
Syphilis and oral sex
Oral sex is a good way to transmit syphilis. In a research, it was found that more than 13% of syphilis cases were transmitted through oral sex. Transmission usually occurs by contact of syphilis sores with skin or mucous membranes.
Yeast infection and oral sex
Evidence suggests that women who consistently develop yeast infections may have acquired them through oral sex. In a study, it was found that oral sex is associated with an increased chance of yeast infection. Oral sex with someone who has a yeast infection can cause thrush, which is a type of yeast infection in the throat. Oral contact with yeast does not cause yeast infection in the vagina because the yeast is destroyed in the digestive system.
Important points in oral sex
Although this type of sex is not recommended, if someone insists on having this type of relationship, they should know that using defensive methods such as condoms is the best way to make oral sex safe. Many people who do not like body secretions find oral sex better with flavored condoms. When a man ejaculates during oral sex, if the fluid spills on the sides of the other person’s mouth or eyes, if he has sexually transmitted diseases, the possibility of transmission increases greatly. In many cases, sexually transmitted diseases can be transmitted even though the penis or tongue is not fully inserted into the vagina, mouth, or anus.
Some experts also suggest that you avoid brushing your teeth before oral sex because it causes small wounds and scratches to increase the possibility of transmitting sexually transmitted diseases.
