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by DocL
Sat Feb 02, 2008 11:36 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ruby Chinstrap: burns, allergies, reactions ???
Replies: 4
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Thanks

It is always possible that I just developed an allergy or they have changed chemicals. Regardless, as I sit here my face is itching to beat the band and I am about to go nuts. lol. I think twice was enough for me so I will pass on using my Ruby anymore. No way I will consider subjecting myself to th...
by DocL
Sat Feb 02, 2008 1:52 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ruby Chinstrap: burns, allergies, reactions ???
Replies: 4
Views: 2285

Allergic Contact Dermatitis

Allergic Contact Dermatitis Although often erroneously referred to as "latex allergy," allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is a common response to the processing chemicals (i.e., thiurams, carbamates, thioureas, thiazoles) found in rubber products. These chemicals can be used in the production of nitr...
by DocL
Sat Feb 02, 2008 1:44 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ruby Chinstrap: burns, allergies, reactions ???
Replies: 4
Views: 2285

Ruby Chinstrap: burns, allergies, reactions ???

...but even worse I had a terrible allergic reaction to the neoprene in it and ended up in the emergency room after only using it one night. My face got all hot, red and swollen. Ugh! Maryb I had used the RUBY for a very long period before and had no problem. I just bought a new one ( the old one w...