Sexual Health
What kind of sexually transmitted disease can be seen in the oral cavity? What are the most common sexually transmitted diseases
Post Date November, 16 2024
When it comes to sexually transmitted diseases, many people believe that only the reproductive organs will have corresponding symptoms, but they do not know that in addition to the reproductive organs, the oral cavity will also have symptoms. If you find symptoms in your mouth, be vigilant, especially the following sexually transmitted diseases that are more easily observed through your mouth, so don't ignore some small details in your mouth and save your life from them.
What sexually transmitted diseases can be seen in the oral cavity?
1. Condyloma acuminatum
Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted disease that can affect the patient's lips, throat, and tongue when it appears. Initially, patients may have light red papules, but as the disease progresses, the warts become larger and merge into papillary shapes, similar to cauliflower. The color also changes, most of which appear in yellow or gray, and some may become too large and cause respiratory tract obstruction, Causes the patient to have very difficult breathing.
2. Syphilis
Syphilis is also a disease that can be transmitted through sexual activity and is a common sexually transmitted disease. Generally speaking, it has two types: congenital and acquired. When acquired syphilis occurs, the patient's oral cavity will also have corresponding symptoms. In the early stage, most of them have abnormalities in the throat, tongue, and lips, especially when the immune system decreases. The virus will accumulate on the surface of the lips, with obvious brown skin lesions and local pain and purulent secretions
3. Gonorrhea
This is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the gonococcal virus. When it occurs, the reproductive system may have related symptoms, such as urgency and pain in urination. In addition to the reproductive system, there may also be related symptoms in the oral cavity. In the early stages of the disease, patients may have congestion in the tongue, cheeks, lips, and labial mucosa, and even have a large amount of erythema as the disease progresses. Patients may find themselves feeling uncomfortable in the throat and hoarse and unable to speak clearly.
How to prevent sexually transmitted diseases?
Most sexually transmitted diseases are caused by improper sexual activity, so it is important to pay attention to personal hygiene and avoid continuous sexual activity. Especially for those who frequently change sexual partners, it is important to avoid high-risk sexual behavior. At the same time, daily intake of nutrients can improve the body's resistance and prevent bacterial invasion. Moreover, not sharing hygiene supplies with others, exercising more to promote blood circulation, and enhancing physical fitness can all reduce the incidence of diseases.
