RE: Mask Problem
I would try the mask liners. Any change in soaps or hygiene routine? If it worsens or doesn't improve I'd follow up with the doc.
03-13-2015, 09:13 PM
(This post was last modified: 03-13-2015, 09:16 PM by weeble.)
RE: Mask Problem
Nope, no change in routine or soaps! However, I've just purchased some mask liners online (never knew you could get them) Thanks OpalRose and truetopath for the suggestion. If they don't work, I will talk to the doc. Oh an OpalRose, I can't use pillows - long story but they are a no go for me.
RE: Mask Problem
Hi weeble,
Great to hear from you again.
Hopefully, the liners work for you. If you find that they don't, you might look into the cloth masks by Sercadiance called the SleepWeaver.
I'm sorry to hear that you have been ill for quite a while but,Good to hear you are getting better.
Much success to you as you continue and fine tune your CPAP therapy, good luck with solving your mask problem.
trish6hundred
RE: Mask Problem
Thanks Trish6Hundred - I will look in to those too...not available in Australia though - but am sure the liners will help.
RE: Mask Problem
Mask liners can be made at home, if you are so inclined and have enough energy. Old t-shirts work well. Use the new mask liners as the pattern (template), cut the old t-shirts and use.
To help stop the skin irritation I find that beeswax products work well; the lip balm made by Burt's Bees works for me. I tried lanolin and that did not work for me at all. Your experience may differ.
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