Studies show that all viruses reproduce only inside cells. The mucous membrane (nose and mouth) contains cells with receptors through which the virus enters the cell. The virus can reach the surface of the mucous membrane in a few minutes, a maximum of an hour.
According to Komsomolskaya Pravda, Vladimir Beketov, a pulmonologist at Russia's Sechenov University, said this while commenting on a popular video on coronavirus protection.
The authors of the video claim that the virus remains in saliva and mucus for 4-6 days after infection.
Beketov said that this hypothesis had nothing to do with the mechanism of development of respiratory viral infections.
"In high infectious doses, the virus inevitably penetrates the cells, multiplies and spreads throughout the body. In the first 2-3 days after contact with sick people, some people develop intoxication syndrome and the initial manifestations of COVID-19 - fever, sore throat, muscle aches, etc. arises. This completely refutes the thesis that the coronavirus can remain in the nasal cavity and mouth for 4-6 days.
Another false recommendation is to rinse the nasopharynx with a solution of soda and inhale it with steam.
According to the doctor, inhalation of soda solution vapor can cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract:
"Currently, there are more reliable analogues in pharmacies for washing the nasal cavity."
The pulmonologist said that the mucous membrane can be burned by inhalation of the solution at a temperature that is unpleasant and uncomfortable for a person.
"This is more harmful than the penetration of viral particles into the mucous membrane," the pulmonologist added.
Concluding remarks, do not believe the suspicious videos posted on the Internet and consult a doctor at the first symptoms of the disease.
NEWS TAPE
Strong winds and rain caused complications: the roofs collapsed, the lines broke
The reason for not opening the subway became known - VIDEO
A gold mask worth 3,000 manat was made for brides - PHOTO
The creators of "Game of Thrones" are preparing for a new series
Ibrahim Kalin recovered from coronavirus
The Khojaly genocide museum will be established in Khojaly
Hikmet Hajiyev: "Our martyrs destroyed geopolitical games"
AN IMPORTANT DECISION from Ali Asadov regarding vocational education
Ways to strengthen memory
Ways to prevent the phone from "freezing"
Azerbaijan's losses announced as a result of Armenian provocations - OFFICIAL
The first bakery has opened in Shusha - VIDEO
President Hikmet Mirzayev was awarded the highest military rank of lieutenant general
Have clean, radiant skin with aspirin masks!
6 nutrients to strengthen immunity
Scary statistics in the United States: A record number of children were infected with the coronavirus in one week
The first images of Shusha after 28 years of longing - VIDEO
STATEMENT on Nagorno-Karabakh from Zakharov
"Ordinary" headache can be a symptom of a serious illness…
He kept worms in his brain for 17 years
Record coronavirus infection in Turkey
The search for life on other planets - a discovery from scientists
Man collects garbage on the beach and throws it into the sea - VIDEO
Chased armed robbers with chewing gum and coffee boxes - VIDEO
New APPOINTMENT from Vilayat Eyvazov
The main reasons for divorce in Azerbaijan have been revealed
The infection even spreads to people in the room
Enemy fires on Goygol and Goranboy again: Forest fire starts - OFFICIAL
Putin hopes that artificial intelligence will not be president
Baku Transport Agency has issued an appeal for the new academic year
One of the Khojaly executioners and his son were seriously wounded in the battles for Shusha
The Ministry of Education has suspended the reception of citizens until August 31
Trump criticized the major powers
The most "dangerous" blood group has been announced
The quarantine regime in Azerbaijan may be tightened for two weeks - STATEMENT
Our 23-year-old veteran was greeted with enthusiasm - PHOTO
Armenian military leadership sends women with glasses to such a front - PHOTOFACT
Are polyclinics authorized to take coronavirus tests? - OFFICIAL STATEMENT
The best tips for dyeing your hair at home
How many donations have been made to the Coronavirus Foundation?
The list of prisoners of war was submitted to the ICRC
Bella Hadid suffers from Lyme disease
10 tips for the perfect makeup
Russian peacekeepers left Armenia for Karabakh
The President gave them honorary titles - ORDER
2 simple home remedies to get rid of facial hair
The rare color of the sea cat caused great interest - PHOTO / VIDEO
Images on improving the supply of our army units - VIDEO
The world's largest iceberg has melted 1,800 square kilometers
Excitement from Jalal Isayev: "Infected students spread the virus in society"