Only certain STDs, or sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are transmittable through kissing. Two common ones are herpes simplex virus (HSV) and cytomegalovirus (CMV). Kissing can be one of the most exciting parts of a relationship. But you may also feel wary of kissing if youre with someone for the first time.

What happens if you kiss someone with an STD?

Although kissing is considered to be low-risk when compared to intercourse and oral sex, its possible for kissing to transmit CMV, herpes, and syphilis. CMV can be present in saliva, and herpes and syphilis can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact, particularly at times when sores are present.

What happens if you kiss someone with chlamydia?

Although it is less common than chlamydia affecting the genitals, chlamydia can take up residence in the throat after performing oral sex or anal rimming on an infected person. However, there is still no risk you will catch chlamydia from kissing this person.

Can I give someone chlamydia by kissing?

You cant transmit chlamydia through kissing, sharing drinking glasses, or hugging. However, you can transmit the disease: through vaginal, oral, or anal sex without a condom or other barrier method with someone who has the disease. to your baby through childbirth if youre pregnant.

Can a baby get chlamydia from kissing?

It can also be passed by a pregnant woman to her baby. Chlamydia cannot be passed on through casual contact, such as kissing and hugging, or from sharing baths, towels, swimming pools, toilet seats or cutlery.

Can you catch chlamydia from licking someone out?

Chlamydia can be passed on through unprotected vaginal sex, anal sex or oral sex (kissing, licking or sucking someones genitals). If people share sex toys and do not wash them or cover them with a condom every time then they can pass chlamydia on as well.