Kissing a lot of people in one night is a behavior easily observed among young people. Although it seems like a harmless act, the kiss exposes us to a series of problems, some extremely serious. During the exchange of saliva, there is the transmission of viruses and bacteria, for example, which can be pathogenic. Below we will list five diseases that can be transmitted by kissing:
→ Lip herpes
O herpes lip, viral disease caused by herpes simplex, it has no cure and can be transmitted by kissing. It usually does not cause serious harm, however, in immunocompromised people the consequences can be severe. Initially the patient perceives a itch is local burning; posteriorly, bubbles appear that fuse and form a wound that eliminates secretion. After a certain period, the wound dries up and the formation of a crust.
→ Caries
THE caries it is a health problem with multiple causes that triggers the demineralization of the tooth structure. Many bacteria are associated with the problem and can be transmitted by contact during kissing
. To prevent tooth decay, the oral health it's essential.→ Mononucleosis
THEmononucleosis, also called "kissing disease", is caused by a virus called Epstein-Barr, what is mostly transmitted by kissing. The clinical picture of this disease is marked by High fever, pharyngitis and lymphadenomegaly (enlarged lymph nodes). Can still occur abdominal pain, splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, vomiting and cough. In severe cases, the disease can cause the patient's death.
→ Meningitis
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THE meningitis is a serious disease characterized by inflammation of the meninges, membranes that surround the nervous system. This disease can have various causes, such as injuries, medications, cancers and infections by bacteria, viruses and fungi. As the exchange of saliva occurs at the moment of kissing, it may contain organisms capable of triggering the disease, such as bacteriaNeisseria meningitidis.
→ Syphilis
THE syphilis is an infectious disease triggered by a bacterium called Treponema pallidum. It is a relatively serious disease that, if not treated properly, can progress to involvement of important organs such as heart and liver. Despite being transmitted predominantly through sex, syphilis can be spread by kissing if there is cancer in the mouth or the person has secondary syphilis.
By Ma. Vanessa dos Santos
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SANTOS, Vanessa Sardinha dos. "Five Kissing Diseases"; Brazil School. Available in: https://brasilescola.uol.com.br/saude-na-escola/cinco-doencas-transmitidas-pelo-beijo.htm. Accessed on June 27, 2021.
