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Study links oral sex to throat cancer in men
Recent medical reports, especially from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), have shown a significant increase in cases of throat and oral cancers linked to dangerous strains of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). More than 70% of throat cancer cases in developed countries are caused by HPV infection, which is primarily transmitted through oral sex. Studies indicate that men are four times more likely to be affected than women, due to vaginal secretions containing substantial amounts of the virus, thereby increasing the likelihood of transmission. HPV comprises over 200 types, with high-risk strains, particularly type 16 (HPV 16), contributing to the development of cancerous cells approximately 10 to 15 years after infection. Experts explain that the body's natural immunity destroys the virus in 85-90% of cases within two years without treatment, but high-risk strains pose a greater threat. Studies confirm that prevention is highly effective, as the HPV vaccine provides nearly 90% protection against cancer-causing strains when administered early, between the ages of 9 and 14. Additionally, the use of mechanical protection methods, such as oral barriers, significantly reduces the risk of transmission.
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