I am a newbie to wearing a cpap mask. Has anybody experienced breaking out in a rash in the chin area? It looks like acne or a blistering rash, but it hurts and sometimes itches. Primary doctor gave me antibiotics and a topical cream, which did not help. Can't get into a dermatologist for 2 months and I am getting worse by the day. What can I use to get rid of these blister, acne-looking sores and keep from getting them?
I wear the Swift FX Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask w/Headgear. Before, I wore the AirFit Nasal CPAP Mask w/Headgear.
Thanks in advance for your help!
Allergic to mask
Re: Allergic to mask
I don't think it's an allergy to the mask.....I don't use a nasal pillow mask, but I don't think they touch the chin area. (?)
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Re: Allergic to mask
You might ask a pharmacist about it - they are often very good with this type of thing and at least may be able to suggest a topical answer that doesn't require a script... hopefully not a lot lost in trying those.
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Re: Allergic to mask
Perhaps it's not allergy. A painful "rash" might be shingles. If it's getting worse it warrants another visit to your doctor.
In any case, it's not where your mask contacts your skin so unlikely to be caused by the mask.
In any case, it's not where your mask contacts your skin so unlikely to be caused by the mask.
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Re: Allergic to mask
I would suggest contact dermatitis; but there appears to be no contact.
See a dermatologist. It could be one of any number of skin conditions,
or a symptom of something systemic.
See a dermatologist. It could be one of any number of skin conditions,
or a symptom of something systemic.
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