08-28-2016, 10:39 PM
(This post was last modified: 08-28-2016, 10:43 PM by Cbarrios.)
DreamWear Sores
So this is the only complaint I have with my setup. I developed tiny sores on the side of my left nostril and one under my nose. They developed a white head within two days. They are still a little painful.
Is there any remedy for this? Maybe bandages, a certain cream, should I switch masks for a while, maybe I have my headgear too tight?
The DreamWear is the only mask I have to use tonight. Should I use it? I have been feeling great otherwise. I really don't want to get rid of it since I have to pay cash for any replacement.
RE: DreamWear Sores
I guess my ultimate question is there a gel or cream I can use while wearing my mask to prevent the sores?
My wife suggested Aquaphor, but from previous experience it's too oily.
RE: DreamWear Sores
Sounds like an infection, I'd try Polysporin or another anti-biotic cream during the day and wash them will with soap before bed. If it gets worse, see a doctor for some real antibiotics.
RE: DreamWear Sores
I had a small bump come up on thr right side as you describe. It was the presence of a lotion, ie sunscreen left on when i took an evening nap.
More likely making sure there is NO oils etc will stop the problem.
A sidenote. I love the Dreamwear but I dont see how a man or woman with short hair uses one.
I have long hair so I jusy ponytail it at night and slip the head strap under it to keep the strap from sliding up the back of my head.
If I were to cut my hair it wouldnt stay on three minutes before falling off.
RE: DreamWear Sores
Super tight is probably way too tight.
RE: DreamWear Sores
Also, try the different size cushions. It may just be rubbing in a certain area.
Ask your doctor for something to help heal the sores that you can use during he day and once healed, use a nasal gel like Ayr gel or a lanolish cream. (Found in baby isles in any drugstore.)
RE: DreamWear Sores
Cleaning with alcohol wipes may actually aggravate the issue, it caused skin irritation and problems for me.
Now I just fill the hand basin with warm water, lather up my hands with a block of ordinary bath soap, and then use the lather to wash the mask... haven't had any skin irritation since using that method.
I also wash the humidifier with either a liquid hand soap, or dish washing liquid, by hand in warm water, and then rinse thoroughly in cold running water before drying with a soft towel.
About once a month I put the headgear [minus the mask and frame] in a delicates mesh washing bag and put it through the washing machine with other clothes on a gentle wash cycle.
I have also put it through the clothes dryer, still in the mesh bag, with other clothes on a low heat drying cycle.
Use your own discretion for your own specific headgear to decide if your gear will survive this method with no ill effects.