Those fluids can enter the bloodstream of someone who doesn't have HIV during any type of sexual activity, including oral sex, through an opening such as a mouth sore or a genital ulcer.

People with HIV may also experience chronic dry mouth, canker sores and hairy leukoplakia, which presents as white patches on the tongue. “Oral yeast infections can be a symptom of HIV in young ...

HIV treatment can reverse this damage. Regular brushing and flossing help prevent infection. Antibiotics and mouthwashes can also treat the infection. Cold sores are small, painful lesions on the lips ...

or through sores or cuts on their mouth, hands or body. Dry sex increases the risk of HIV transmission because friction can cause sores in the vaginal wall. If instead of having sexual intercourse ...

Receiving oral sex from a partner with a syphilis sore or rash on their lips, mouth, or throat may result ... or genital area. HIV immune system Giving oral sex on the penis, vagina, or anus ...

This can manifest itself with symptoms such as a sticky feeling in the mouth, a dry or sore throat ... indicator of an autoimmune disorder such as HIV or Sjogren's syndrome." ...