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A member asked:

My lips and mouth go numb after having oral sex with my boyfriend. is this normal?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Makes sense: You are irritating the nerves that supply sensation to those areas.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 1/19/2021

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Reaction: This could be a reaction to latex condoms, lubricant, or lotions used. More unusual could be body soap or cologne.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/7/2019

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