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Ive been diagnosed with strep throat on february 10th and its the 12th now, within these days ive been taking antibiotics, i have a mate. how long would i have to wait to kiss them?

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Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Wait till better: It is so much nicer to wait until you are completely healed before engaging in physical intimacies, it is just more considerate.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 2/14/2021

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