6 Diseases Thar Can Be Transmitted Through Kissing

Although kissing brings many benefits for our health and emotional pleasure, it can also
be a way for the transmission of viruses and bacteria that cause
diseases.
Bacteria and viruses that are present in the saliva or blood of one
person can be transmitted to another through a kiss. Below are some of
the diseases that can be transmitted through kissing
1. Colds
Colds are spread by direct contact with the virus. By kissing an
infected person we get in direct contact with the secretions of his
nose and throat.
2. Kiss Disease
Also known as glandular fever or infectious mononucleosis, it is
caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. The virus is transmitted through
saliva and infection occurs through contact.
3. Cold Sores
Also caused by a virus, it can be transmitted through direct contact
with the virus. Herpes is more easily transmitted when blisters are
forming.
4. Hepatitis B
Infection can occur when the infected blood and saliva of the infected
person come into direct contact with the blood or mucous membranes of
another person, for example if the person has open sores in or around
the mouth.
5. Meningococcal Disease
This is a life-threatening disease, and is due to inflammation of the
membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. The bacterium that
causes this disease is spread by direct contact or droplets of saliva.
It is a very rare form of transmission.
6. Dental Caries
Did you know that the mouths of newborn babies lack the bacteria that
cause tooth decay? Kissing babies on the lips causes these bacteria to
spread to their mouths.
Even though there are some diseases that can be transmitted through
kissing, remember that there is no need to give up kissing for the
sake of health.
Most kisses do not cause any disease and the risk of serious illness is very small.
Tips to Avoid or Reduce Infections Through Kissing
* Avoid kissing or being kissed when one of the two people is sick.
* Avoid kissing someone on the lips when there is an active mouth,
warts or ulcers around the lips or in the mouth.
* Maintain good oral hygiene.
* Coughing and sneezing in a handkerchief