Reaction to mask

LuvRedDogs · Post by **LuvRedDogs** » Thu Nov 08, 2007 10:24 pm

I have a Respironics OptiLite. I am trying to get used to the machine and everything but there is a problem. I have been having what I discribe as "chemical burns" around my nose and upper lip where the nasal pillows touch.
I don't like the mask that I was sent home with from the sleep lab and being a side sleeper this one seemed like the best one to try.
Any information would be helpful.

Thanks Pam

ozij · Post by **ozij** » Thu Nov 08, 2007 11:15 pm

Always soak any new mask in warm soapy water for 30-60 minutes before using it (unless the manual clearly says not to that, the you should try to soak the part that touches your face.).

I too got chemical burns from the first Respironics mask I tried - found this suggestion made by a company rep. in a chat, and that solved the burns problem. I have been doing that to all new equipment since.

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witchbreeze · Post by **witchbreeze** » Fri Nov 09, 2007 4:40 am

I had the same thing, Try the Ary gel, worked for me

papdaddy · Post by **papdaddy** » Fri Nov 09, 2007 10:20 am

[quote="ozij"]Always soak any new mask in warm soapy water for 30-60 minutes before using it (unless the manual clearly says not to that, the you should try to soak the part that touches your face.).

I too got chemical burns from the first Respironics mask I tried - found this suggestion made by a company rep. in a chat, and that solved the burns problem. I have been doing that to all new equipment since.

O.

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