terrible skin reactions

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xhiker1416
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terrible skin reactions

Post by xhiker1416 » Mon Jan 21, 2019 6:33 pm

I had a cpap about 15 years ago and just could not tolerate the masks. My Dr. asked me recently to try one again. After a month, I continue to suffer with very painful skin problems, whether I wear full face or nasal masks. What can I do? I'm ready to give up.
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LSAT
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Re: terrible skin reactions

Post by LSAT » Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:08 pm

padacheek.com for mask liners

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Re: terrible skin reactions

Post by freetimecreations » Mon Jan 21, 2019 8:06 pm

If your painful skin problems are related to acne, red rashes and such this is what I do. Wash face and mask every morning and then before bedtime.

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Re: terrible skin reactions

Post by kteague » Tue Jan 22, 2019 6:01 am

Are you able to use a nasal pillows mask? Less surface contact. Agree about using a mask liner.

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