One of the most common questions people ask during this time - since the use of disinfectants became part of hygienic-sanitary care - is related to the weakening of the immune system. So what are the chances that bacteria and viruses will adapt after using disinfectants and thus the latter will not have an effect and the immune system will be weakened?
"There is no scientific basis that hand sanitizers or soaps weaken a person's immune system or affect bacterial resistance," Anne Liu, an infectious disease doctor, told Women's Health.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization recommend the use of antibacterial gel whenever water and soap are not available.
The use of hand disinfectant does not cause microbial resistance. However, it is worth noting that if the skin is cracked, it is advisable to use moisturizers and wash only with soap and water, as placing antibacterial gel on dry skin can cause infection and bacteria to "invade" the skin.
