Experts warn of symptoms of ‘kissing disease’, common after Carnival festivities

attention

Feeling strange in your mouth after enjoying Carnival? Learn how to identify oral infections

Manaus (AM) – Drink plenty of water. Lip hydration. Pay attention to the consumption of alcoholic beverages. Pay attention to possible infectious symptoms. These are some of the recommendations necessary to maintain oral health during the Carnival season. And in a period of much revelry and “flirting”, care and precautions, especially in relation to the “Kissing Disease”, must be strengthened.

Infectious mononucleosis is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and the main vehicle of transmission is saliva. According to the Ministry of Health, the disease mainly affects young people between 15 and 25 years old, the main audience at Carnival festivities. Research confirms that 90% of the population has been infected by EBV at some stage in their lives.

In addition to Kissing Disease, Cold Sores, caused by the Herpes simplex virus, is a type of infection that can also be acquired through saliva. Symptoms are visible and, in symptomatic cases, it is identified from small blisters located around the lips of the infected person. Symptoms such as pain, itching, tingling and burning in the mouth are also common reactions.

According to Dr. Lorena Araújo, dental surgeon, in addition to avoiding sharing personal objects and avoiding touching other people’s faces and mouths, it is essential to avoid kissing people who have any injuries or wounds in the mouth, in order to eliminate the risks of cold sore infection.

“(Spread occurs) through contact between saliva, sharing of personal objects and even through contact with contaminated surfaces. The associated risks are the pain and discomfort that these diseases can cause, loss of teeth, cavities, periodontal and respiratory diseases and a drop in immunity”,

explained Dr. Lorena Araújo.

Search for help

In data collected by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), through the National Health Survey (PNS), approximately 1 million people stated that they had been diagnosed with Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) throughout 2019. A alarming data that must be reversed.

However, it is not just STIs that cause concern this Carnival. It is important to always stay hydrated and avoid excessive alcohol consumption. According to the doctor, excess alcohol can cause dehydration, in addition to increased irritation in the mouth and gums.

According to Dr. Willian Castro, dental surgeon, the recommendation is that, if a person identifies blisters in the lip region, they should immediately seek out a healthcare professional, who will guide them in all the care they should take. be carried out during and after treatment.

“When you see blisters in the lip region, with liquids coming out of them, immediately seek out a dentist, who will advise you on all the care you should take, during and after treatment. When the lesions are watery, this is when the disease is transmitted,”

explained the doctor.

Both Dr. Lorena Araújo and Dr. Willian Castro can help people who present symptoms. The duo, in addition to Dr. Carolina Mendes, works at the Smile Clinic (@smileeclinic, on Instagram), located on Rua Paraná, Nossa Senhora das Graças complex, in the Adrianópolis neighborhood, Central-South Zone of Manaus.

read more

“Macetando” and “Perna Bamba”: What are the hits of Carnival 2024?

Lack of oral hygiene increases the risk of heart attack and stroke

Carnailha vibrates with Isabelle Nogueira staying on BBB 24