Does anyone know how to cure rashes gotten from fiberglass?!
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first of all always use cold water after working with fiberglass. then a mild hypo allergic soap, like dove. pat skin dry. try an over the counter hydrocortisone cream, if that doesn't work..you may want to ask the pharmicist, if there is a over the counter product to use. they've been very helpful to me, sometimes more than a dr. but if you have an extreme case see a dr.
the other i've tried for itchiness, have been over the counter benadryl. hope you find this helpful. i know using hot water on it, especially after you've exposed your skin, opens your pores and makes matters worse than better.
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go see a doctor for a prescription. there maybe something more to it that you cant see.
The best way to avoid the allergic reaction is to be away from what is causing the allergy .there are many medicines but the best way to avoid the factor
First, do not scratch the rash. Scratching can lead to bacterial infection causing pus-filled pimples, scabs or boils. (If this does occur, immediately inform your physician; he or she will probably prescribe an antibiotic which will rapidly control the infection.)
HOME CARE ADVICE FOR LOCALIZED RASHES (pending talking with your doctor)
Avoid the Cause: Try to find the cause. Consider irritants like a plant (e.g. poison ivy or evergreens), chemicals (e.g. solvents or insecticides), fiberglass, a new cosmetic, or new jewelry (called contact dermatitis). A pet may be carrying the irritating substance (e.g. with poison ivy or poison oak).
Avoid Soap: Wash the area once thoroughly with soap to remove any remaining irritants. Thereafter avoid soaps to this area. Cleanse the area when needed with warm water.
Local Cold: Apply or soak in cold water for 20 minutes every 3 to 4 hours to reduce itching or pain.
Steroid Cream: If the itch is more than mild, apply 1% hydrocortisone cream (no prescription needed) every 2 hours until it feels better, then 4 times per day.
Caution: do not use a steroid cream on suspected Athlete's Foot, Jock Itch, or ringworm.
Avoid Scratching: Try not to scratch. Cut your fingernails short.
Contagiousness: Adults with localized rashes do not need to miss any work or school.
Expected Course: Most of these rashes pass in 2 to 3 days.
Call Your Doctor If:
Rash spreads or becomes worse
Rash lasts longer than 1 week
You develop any of the "Call Your Doctor" symptoms.
I always took a shower (to get the large particles off) then soaked in a bath with baking soda added to the water.
As the other poster mentioned, try and aviod hot water-warm or luke warm is better.
It cures on its own after about 6 showers 2 to 3 days. dont scratch it youll make it worst. If it itches use gold bond powder. No cream or prescription needed its just fiberglass that got in your pores.
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