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Can i get chlamydia or gonorrhea from kissing someone who has it in their throat or mouth?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: These are not passed by kissing. Why would you kiss someone you know has gonorrhea and chlamydia though?

Answered 3/2/2013

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