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What does it mean if you have oral sex with someone who has a yeast infection?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Probably nothing!: While yeast infection of the oro-pharynx is possible, it is quite unlikely you will be affected!

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 5/7/2013

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