Silicon mask allergy/intolerance? Any alternatives?

[Pennylap]

Hi All My respiratory nurse wanted me to try a salt nebuliser for my bronchiectasis...with a mask, I tried it for a while but was getting a very unpleasant rash on the sides of my face and near my hairline, after a while this altered to blisters in the same area.I tried a mouth piece and still the same thing. It wasn’t until I started getting the same reaction on my wrist from wearing my Fitbit type device that I wondered if I have a silicon allergy? Anyone ever have this? I’m due to get a full allergy testing as over the years I keep adding to my list of allergies and intolerances. Can you buy masks for nebulisers that are NOT silicon (tried looking on the internet but no help) Any help appreciated

[Ergendl]

You have my sympathy. My new Charge 5 fitbit is constantly giving me a rash where the old ones didn't. It must be awful to get the same rash on your face.

I had a quick look online, and some face masks say non-latex. Could it be this rather than or in addition to silicone?

For some of us, regular contact with an irritant can cause an intolerance. Years ago I had full leg traction using Elastoplast. After 1 month, the whole of my leg came out in blisters and the securing product had to change to crepe bandages. Have only been able to wear elastoplast for a day or so since without the itchy return.

Hoping someone else will be able to give you more practical advice.

[Izb1]

I have the same reaction when I have a blood test from the sticky tape they use, not sure what is in it could be latex as Ergendl suggests. Hope you find a solution. Is the salt neb helping with your bronch? Let us know how you get on x

[Mavary]

I’m in the middle of trying a spacer for my inhaler as my tongue has been so sore. I had a stoma a few years ago. It was reversed. But the bags I was using made my tummy all red and I ended up with a couple of ulcers. That’s why I wondered if it’s the plastic they use with the inhalers. It could be the steroid anyway but we will see.