Question Life cycle of Virus

[oaktowngrrl]

How long does the virus stay in the mouth before going into the lungs?

 

[EricB1966]

What does the coronavirus do to your body? Everything to know about the infection process

A visual guide of coronavirus infection, symptoms of COVID-19 and the effects of the virus inside the body, in graphics

www.usatoday.com

 

[LCarlson]

The amount of time the virus stays in the mouth, nose or mucous membranes such as around the eyes is very short, which is why it is vital not to touch one's face after touching any potentially contaminated surface, and to practice social distancing in open areas and avoid enclosed spaces with other people.

Once it is absorbed into your system, it goes to work immediately, although the effects may not appear for many days (if at all).

On this page of LiveScience, the lead article itself is very informative, not to mention the numerous other pieces linked in the sidebar: https://www.livescience.com/can-coronavirus-be-cured.html