Itchy Scalp

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jeepdoctor
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Itchy Scalp

Post by jeepdoctor » Sun Jan 28, 2007 3:41 pm

I have been on CPAP since last July. I use a CL2 nasal interface device. I am completely satisfied with my therapy and results. I am not having any problems from a therapy/health standpoint. No problems till recently, that is.

About a week ago my scalp started itching during the day. The itch is under where the strap lays at night. It's all I can do to control myself from scratching like mad.

Anyone else had this problem? Ideas? Help!

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Post by cflame1 » Sun Jan 28, 2007 3:52 pm

do you have psoriasis or excema? How about allergies?

Probably your best bet... is to ask padacheek.
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Post by Goofproof » Sun Jan 28, 2007 4:07 pm

Mix Listerine in with you shampoo, about 20%, let sit on hair 5 minutes or more. KEEP out of EYES!!!! Works for me! Jim
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Post by jeepdoctor » Sun Jan 28, 2007 4:07 pm

do you have psoriasis or excema? No

How about allergies? None

Probably your best bet... is to ask padacheek. Who or what is padacheek?

Thanks. Where do I go from here?
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Post by cflame1 » Sun Jan 28, 2007 4:10 pm

just pm her... she makes covers for all kinds of masks and straps. Her website is http://www.padacheek.com

She can probably help you out with something specific if it isn't listed on her website. I know that she helped me with mine.
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Post by bdp522 » Sun Jan 28, 2007 6:23 pm

Padacheek is wonderful and always willing to help figure out a solution. She is in chat most evenings. PM her or e-mail her and she is certain to have a remedy!

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Earlier version yes

Post by Hoganflagle » Mon Jan 29, 2007 5:51 am

I experienced a reaction immediately from the back strap upon using the ComfortLite which I take to be the earlier version. I stopped using it and the itching went away in about a week. I stopped primarily since it was a free temp until my Activa arrived. But for the 2 weeks I did use it the itching was making me go insane in the membrane.

I also recommend trying Pad-a-cheek for a strap covering, otherwise switch out the strap with a different material strap.

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