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[Ninga]

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[gibraltar72]

1. And don't trim your nosehairs.

[TheBlackAdder]

13. Definitely don't pull them.

[Glorfindel]

2. Good idea! Thanks for the tip.

I love Neosporin.

[LisaL]

14. But obviously don't understand that it's of no use against virurses.

[Karma13612]

26. Yea, that's what I was thinking.

Further, the “goo” could actually be a surface for the virus to get lodged in.

[Lulu KC]

39. You're right--and yet?

A loved one was going into surgery and they did a swab to see if he had the MRSA virus, which many of us have apparently. (Who knew? Well, I didn't.) When they found that he did, the Mayo Clinic told him to put neosporin in his nose until about a week after the surgery. I think their point was not to protect from a virus (which he already had) but to help protect his vulnerable self from bacteria that could prey on him in a weakened state.

Bizarre, I know.

[sl8]

41. MRSA is bacterial, not viral. n/t

[Lulu KC]

43. OH!! Then why does everyone call it the MRSA virus?

Thank you. I just googled and you are certainly correct, of course. And yet there are all kinds of things about the "MRSA virus."

The layers of misinformation we swim around in are endless.

[jberryhill]

3. Why?

The only thing you need to do is to sacrifice at least two mice to the gods.

That will provide exactly six hours of protection.

[Ninga]

4. No thanks. Neosporin is much easier.

[LisaL]

8. And likely just as useless if you put it up your nose.

[jberryhill]

23. .

[Merlot]

21. With the amount of mice my cat has "sacrificed" I'm in pretty good shape!

[cwydro]

25. Lol!

Stop!

[aikoaiko]

5. Its a free country, but....

https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/verify/verify-does-applying-antibiotic-ointment-inside-your-nose-help-prevent-the-flu/85-515366769

A post floating around claims it's so, stating: "For about $3 you can get this ointment containing bacitracin zinc to aid in preventing contracting the flu virus and other germs." It added, "use a q-tip and apply a thin layer inside each nostril daily."

So does it work? We spoke to medical professionals to get an answer.

QUESTION

Does applying antibiotic ointment inside your nose help prevent the flu?

ANSWER

FALSE. It's an old wives tale.

EXPLANATION

11Alive's sister station KCEN spoke to Dr. Chris Ohl at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, who said the suggestion has "no validity to them at all."

It's mostly due to the fact that antibiotic ointment treats bacteria. The flu is a virus.

Further, Dr. Pat Meadors with Piedmont Health says flu is actually spread by droplets. So, even if that ointment did create a barrier against the flu in your nose, you can still get the illness if you touch your mouth or your eyes.

So we can verify this claim is false. Antibiotic ointment is not going to prevent you from getting the flu.

The best way to avoid getting the flu is to just get the flu shot.

[LisaL]

7. Exactly.

Neosporin is an antibiotic. It's not going to kill coronavirus. Or flu virus.

[Aristus]

17. Oh man, cue the "Well, you know, the flu shot doesn't ACTUALLY protect against the flu!..."

in 3...2...1...

[tavernier]

6. Really?

I’m a little hesitant to put anything sticky next to or into my nose to attract anything that might be flying by. Same goes for my lips. Not wearing lipstick when I go out anymore.

[Throck]

9. Is Neosporin good for treating virus?

[LisaL]

10. What do you think?

It's an antibiotic.It's not effective against viruses. It's unnecessary use is going to decrease its effectiveness.

"This product contains neomycin, bacitracin, and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication prevents/treats only bacterial skin infections. It will not work for other types of skin infections (e.g., infections caused by fungi, viruses). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness."
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3744/neosporin-neo-bac-polym-topical/details

[mantis49]

11. No.

Antibiotics combat bacteria. Useless against a virus.

[yewberry]

12. No.

It's good against bacteria, not viruses.

[TheBlackAdder]

15. This is a flying trick to not catch a cold on a vacation. Dry air makes nasal passages succeptable.

[LisaL]

19. Why do you need neosporin? If you concern your nose is dry, you might as well use Vaseline.

Even with Vaseline you have to be careful because sometimes it can get into your lungs if you put it up your nose.
Neosporin is useless against viruses.
"So we can verify this claim is false. Antibiotic ointment is not going to prevent you from getting the flu."
https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/verify/verify-does-applying-antibiotic-ointment-inside-your-nose-help-prevent-the-flu/85-515366769

[TheBlackAdder]

30. Any oil/gel product, ie, vaseline. It doesn't prevent, but it helps to prevent direct membrane entry

.

Eff them. I've been a flying since the 1980, and this is what all pilots and flight crew do.

.

[SWBTATTReg]

32. Or use chapstick. The logic in using an antibiotic salve (Neosporin) in the nose to block droplets

doesn't make sense. You might as well wad up tiny pieces of a tissue and put them into your nose. The problem w/ this is if you accidently breath through your nose too hard, the wadded up pieces will migrate further up into your nose passage, not a good thing.

[jpak]

16. Antibiotics do not treat viruses

Stop

[magicarpet]

18. Maybe so things don't feel dry and crusty making a propensity to touch your nose/nasal cavities ?

Does Neosporin have petroleum jelly?

It contains petroleum jellies.

Neosporin consists of several antibiotics suspended in a petroleum jelly base.

[LisaL]

20. Use Vaseline if your nose is dry. Even then you have to be careful.

It can get into your lungs and cause problems.
"Use your fingers to apply a very small dab of petroleum jelly to the lining inside of your nose. Not only is it good for keeping your nose moisturized, it’s also safely handled by your stomach in small amounts. Lip balm works too."
https://www.healthline.com/health/cold-flu/ways-to-treat-dry-nose

[Lars39]

22. Or introduce staph your nose and/or sinuses.

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Not a good thing

[magicarpet]

24. Staff infection or ...

STAPH is a germ (bacteria) that can cause infections in any part of the body, but most are skin infections. Staph can infect openings in the skin, like scratches, pimples, or skin cysts. Anyone can get a staph infection.

[Lars39]

27. I knew I should have used spellcheck:)

[agingdem]

31. spell check is useless...

we need context check...the spelling may be correct but the context is all wrong...staff/staph...write/right...you're/your...see what I mean?

[Lars39]

33. Yes, ma'am

[magicarpet]

37. .

Spell check would have failed if used in the above mentioned application.

Spell check has limitations:

Spell check does just that: catches words that are spelled wrong. But if you write the wrong word altogether, spell check won’t save you if that word is spelled correctly. If you type “their” instead of “there,” “you’re” instead of “your,” or, like this poor woman, “manure” instead of “mature,” it’s up to you to correct the error.

[Lars39]

38. Yes, m'am.

[magicarpet]

40. I have a penis,... but thanks,.. I guess/think,.. I'm not sure ?

What,... he wants I should cut it off and flush it down the toilet ?

[Lars39]

44. Just channeling my inner student

Seriously, all these years here, and I thought you were a she. Or I forgot.

[magicarpet]

45. Carry on,.. have fun,... keep your scissors off my privates.

ThX.




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[elleng]

28. No evidence Neosporin or anything, defeats coronavirus,

OR that this thing spreads through the air.

Keep your hands clean, and AWAY FROM YOUR FACE.

[Codeine]

29. That's stupid.

Antibiotics are useless when dealing with a virus. Don’t propagate woo.

[cwydro]

42. Someone should collect DU medical "advice" and make a greatest hits compilation.

Later, when we can all laugh - it might be fun to read.

[Kali]

34. well, it probably won't hurt you, but is isn't going to help

vaseline is cheaper, but it won't help against viruses either

[Blecht]

35. This is the stupidest thing I think that I have ever seen anywhere

Not only stupid, but potentially dangerous:

Neosporin is for use only on your skin. Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this does happen, rinse with water. Avoid applying other creams, lotions, ointments, or other medicated skin products to the same areas you treat with Neosporin.

[marlakay]

36. I use vasoline works the same

I use on airplanes to keeps your nose from getting dried out.

[magicarpet]

46. I use Vicks vapo rub as a lube when having sex.

Mine if I discuss and explain the details and particulars - -pros and cons.

[Codeine]

47. Man, that's hot. nt

[magicarpet]

49. What are you doing later..... ?

[magicarpet]

48. Or should I start me own thread ?