alergies to the silicone

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alergies to the silicone

Post by dwillson@twcny.rr.com » Mon Dec 27, 2010 7:58 pm

alergic to the silicone masks what do i use i have tried several masks and the more skin contact the more painfull red burning skin area i have, even with the nasel pillows i had blisters and oozing for all the months i used it i now have the sleep weaver cloth mask but my machine has to be set so high it leaks and i am noticeing tiredness creeping back throughout the dayi dont know who i can go to ask where i get them dont seem to know can anyone help

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Re: alergies to the silicone

Post by robysue » Mon Dec 27, 2010 8:07 pm

It would help to know exactly what masks you've tried to use.

Pad a cheek (and others) make mask pads or liners that help to shield your face from the silicone. For many people this will help. If you're using a nasal mask or a full face mask, a mask pad or liner from pad-a-cheek might be all you need.

Now if you're trying to use a nasal pillows style mask, that maybe more difficult since the pillows have to fit up against your nostrils.

Good luck.

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Re: alergies to the silicone

Post by Julie » Mon Dec 27, 2010 10:03 pm

Padacheek.com should be able to help you.