Advertisement
question

Can a cold be transferred through body fluids during sex?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
answer
A cold can't be transferred through body fluids during sex, but that doesn't mean you won't catch your partner's cold while you're being intimate. Because you're in such close contact with him, you may pick up the virus from his hands or face or possibly breathe it in if he coughs or sneezes.

Continue Learning about Cold and Flu

Make Flu Shots Last Longer with This Trick
Make Flu Shots Last Longer with This Trick
Some research suggests that the flu shot wears off more quickly in older people. But here's something you can do to counter that: Go for a walk. In a...
Read More
4 reasons people avoid the flu shot—and why you shouldn’t
4 reasons people avoid the flu shot—and why you shouldn’t
Flu season is here, and with it, symptoms like fever, body aches, chills and congestion. Yet surprisingly, more than half of all Americans opt against...
Read More
What New and Expecting Parents Should Know About RSV
What New and Expecting Parents Should Know About RSV
Children get sick often—and to some extent, it’s not a bad thing. Like all the other parts of your baby, their immune system is in an important stage ...
Read More
The Risks of RSV as a Lung Disease Patient
The Risks of RSV as a Lung Disease Patient
Bob discusses the risks of getting RSV while having chronic lung disease.
Read More

Important: This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.