Here's why:
* Risk of Reinfection: Lip products can harbor bacteria and viruses. Even after you've taken antibiotics and your strep throat is gone, the bacteria can remain on the applicator and within the product itself. This can lead to reinfection or spreading the infection to someone else if you share the product.
* Porosity: Lip products are often porous, meaning they have tiny holes that can trap microorganisms.
* Difficult to Disinfect: It's very difficult to effectively disinfect lip products without damaging them or changing their composition. Simply wiping them down is not enough to kill all the bacteria or viruses.
To avoid reinfection or spreading the bacteria:
* Discard all lip products used during the strep throat infection.
* Wait to purchase new lip products until you are no longer contagious and have completed your antibiotic treatment, as prescribed by your doctor.
It's always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to preventing the spread of infection.