Acne and the MASK

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ldemmery
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Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Acne and the MASK

Post by ldemmery » Mon Nov 22, 2004 7:43 pm

I've been using my CPAP for about 3 almost 4 weeks. I wash my face every night as directed.

Since starting I've been breaking out around the nasal area. My nose is verrrrrry red at the moment (more than usual - just blowing my nose normally turns my nose red). I am allergic to pure soap like IVORY. I use a non-soap containing cleanser to wash my face and then swab down with T-pads prescribed by my doctor. I make sure everything is dry before I put my mask on.

Anyone else having problems with acne?

Lynne (in Ottawa, Ont. Canada)

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