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A Los Angeles doctor has issued a surprising health warning that’s making waves on social media: kissing men with beards could lead to skin infections if proper hygiene isn’t maintained.
Dr. Myro Figura, an anesthesiologist, took to Instagram to explain how facial hair can harbor bacteria like staph and strep, which may cause impetigo a contagious skin infection when transferred through kissing.
“If not clean, the beard can hold bacteria, and kissing can cause tiny breaks in the skin, allowing infections to enter,” Dr. Figura said.
What Is Impetigo?
According to the UK’s NHS, impetigo symptoms include:
- Red sores or blisters (harder to see on darker skin)
- Crusty, golden-brown patches resembling “cornflakes” on the skin
- Itchiness and occasional pain
While not usually serious, it spreads easily and can be treated with antibiotic creams or tablets. Most cases clear up within 7-10 days.
Social Media Reacts
Dr. Figura’s warning sparked strong reactions online:
- “That’s why I like clean-shaven men!” – one user wrote.
- “Who isn’t washing their beard daily?!” – another commented in disbelief.
TikTok dermatologist Dr. Muneeb Shah also weighed in, stressing that regular beard cleaning is crucial for skin health—both for the wearer and their partner.
A Related Warning: Herpes & Brain Risk
This comes shortly after another startling medical alert: oral herpes (HSV-1) could potentially reach the brain through the nose during intimate contact, increasing risks of inflammation and neurological complications.
Key facts:
- 4 billion people worldwide carry HSV-1.
- While rare, the virus can (in theory) travel to the brain via nasal passages, possibly contributing to conditions like Alzheimer’s.
- Experts emphasize that most carriers only experience occasional cold sores, with severe cases being extremely uncommon.
Source:NKONKONSA.com
