STDs are usually discovered by
carrying out a simple blood or urine test.
If discovered early, some of these infections can be treated with
over-the-counter drugs.
Here are five unusual ways to
contract sexually transmitted infections without having sex.
Kissing
Kissing, especially the French
way, is a fast and easy way of getting oral infections. Some of the infections
that can be passed on include herpes, syphilis and even Zika virus.
If you notice sores in your
partner’s mouth, save the kiss for later.
Moist towels
Bet you didn’t know that many
types of STIs can be transmitted by sharing a towel. These include scabies and
pubic lice.
There are some strains of
bacteria that can survive up to 45 minutes outside the human body and the moist
towel can be a host for these organisms.
Beards
Though the risk is small, beards
can harbour germs that can cause infections like herpes, fungal infections or
even a staphylococcus infection.
This is partly because the hairs
trap sweat, bodily fluids and even bits of food. Also, beards can hide signs of
a transmissible skin issue like sores.
Encourage your man to properly
groom his beards and before you have direct contact with his beards, a quick
check for sores or bumps won’t be a bad idea.
Razors
As is the case with HIV, various
STIs can be transmitted by sharing sharp objects that have been used by an
infected person if you cut yourself while using the object.
Lipsticks, lip balm
Sharing lipsticks and lip balms
is another way to get STDs. It’s not advisable or hygienic to share lip wears
especially if the tube has to be pressed against the lips.
Someone with oral herpes could
spread the virus by sharing lip balm with another person. Although these
organisms do not survive for long on inanimate objects, it’s best not to share
lip balm.
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