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Doctor says coronavirus could be spreading through farts – but experts aren’t so sure

They say the chances of catching Covid-19 through farting is “tiny” and that Covid-19 is mainly transmitted between people through droplets spread from coughing and touching or shaking hands.

Australian doctor Andy Tagg pointed out that farting could cause coronavirus after analysing a series of tests take from coronavirus patients earlier this year.

He cited tests that revealed the virus was present in the faeces of 55 per cent of patients with Covid-19.

And medics have previously warned farts contain tiny poo particles that can spread bacteria.

Dr Tagg wrote: “Well, SARS-CoV-2 can be detected in faeces and has been detected in an asymptomatic individual up to 17 days post-exposure.”

The doctor added that previous tests have shown farts have the power to spray talcum powder long distances.

“So remember to wear appropriate PPE at all times and stay safe!”

Despite Dr Tagg’s suggestion, Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and Clinical Director of Patientaccess.com, revealed it is very unlikely someone would catch coronavirus from someone who has passed wind.

She told The Sun Online: “The likelihood of someone catching the virus because they were close to someone who farted is really tiny.

“You are way, way more likely to catch it by being in close contact with someone who coughs or sneezes, or by picking up droplets (from coughs or sneezes) on your hands when you touch a hard surface.”

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