Can Cigarette Smoke Transmit the Corona Covid-19 Virus? Here are the Facts

Kapanlagi.com - Currently, various studies on the corona covid-19 virus are still ongoing. This is because the corona covid-19 virus is still a new virus that was previously unknown. There have been rumors that smokers are susceptible to this respiratory system virus. Moreover, there is a recent rumor that cigarette smoke can transmit the corona covid-19 virus.

Every day, information about the corona covid-19 virus continues to evolve. Information related to the corona covid-19 virus is constantly being updated. So, what about the rumor that cigarette smoke can transmit the corona covid-19 virus?

Here are the facts related to the rumor that cigarette smoke can transmit the corona covid-19 virus, summarized from various sources.

1. No Research has Proven

So far, the issue of whether cigarette smoke can transmit the coronavirus covid-19 is still just a speculation. Quoted from antara, the General Chairman of the Indonesian Doctors Association (PB IDI), Dr. Daeng M. Faqih, stated that until now there has been no research discussing and proving this speculation.

Dr. Daeng M. Faqih added that nevertheless, the public should still be cautious. Because, in any case, the cigarette smoke that is inhaled also enters the respiratory tract or throat. Therefore, it is better for us to remain cautious. Because if this speculation is true, it is feared that it could potentially be transmitted.

2. Active Smokers are more Vulnerable to Corona Virus Infection

In an interview with Antara, Dr. Daeng M. Faqih also answered other issues regarding the connection between cigarettes and the coronavirus. That active smokers are indeed more vulnerable to coronavirus covid-19 infection. This is because the human respiratory tract has mechanisms to capture and expel dirt, including microorganisms that enter.

In addition, cigarettes can also damage the mechanisms of the respiratory tract. As a result, the respiratory tract will lose its ability to filter dirt.

Not only becoming more vulnerable to coronavirus covid-19 infection, but a damaged respiratory system will also make the attack of coronavirus covid-19 more deadly.

3. Do Not Smoke in Public Places

There is currently no research proving that cigarette smoke can transmit the corona covid-19 virus. However, considering the health risks and the potential impact that can make individuals more vulnerable to corona virus infection, active smokers should start reducing their smoking habits.

In addition, as we know, the corona covid-19 virus can spread through droplets. Meanwhile, droplets can be water particles that come out of the mouth or nose of individuals infected with the corona covid-19 virus. So, it is highly possible for someone to transmit the corona virus while smoking. Perhaps not through the smoke, but through the droplets that occur while smoking.

Therefore, for the time being during this corona virus pandemic, it is advisable not to smoke around other people. This is for your own health and the health of those around you, as well as to prevent the spread of the corona covid-19 virus.

That's the fact about the issue of cigarette smoke being able to transmit the corona covid-19 virus. Although not scientifically proven yet, it is advisable to reduce or even avoid smoking for a while.

Moreover, do not smoke when you are near other people for the reasons mentioned earlier. For safety and security, in addition to smoking, also avoid eating and drinking in public places.

(kpl/psp)