The Human Papilloma Virus is transmitted through squamous cells located inside the nose, throat and mouth, therefore the risk of developing cancer increases
Incredible but true! According to Dr. Arturo Sánchez Campa, otolaryngologist assigned to the Hospital General Regional No. 1 of the Mexican Institute of Social Security, oral sex could cause nose cancer.
Despite all the information that exists on sexual health , sometimes we know little about the risks of some practices, including oral sex, which transmits many infections.
Among the risks is that of developing nose cancer, this after contracting a sexually transmitted disease, such as the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) that can be transmitted from genitals to mouth.
According to the specialist, there are several reasons that increase the risk of suffering from nose cancer, for example, smoking, being exposed to toxic substances or carrying HPV.
In addition, the American Cancer Society announced that the Human Papilloma Virus is transmitted when having sexual intercourse, because the virus enters via the squamous cells of the skin, such as those located inside the nose. , throat and mouth.
Therefore, when practicing oral sex, you could get the virus in question and develop cancer. Although we know that it is a practice that many couples like, it is best to take preventive measures.
Remember that, to prevent any risk factor, the important thing is to practice safe sex, that is, use a condom, there are even some that detect sexually transmitted diseases.
Cancer is a disease that takes many lives each year, although nose cancer is one of the least known types, it usually occurs in people over 40 years of age.
Symptoms are tumors, squamous cells, melanoma, and squamous cell cancer.
Remember that it is important that you go to a doctor in case you suspect that you have any type of illness.