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Provider Manual
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Problem Why It Happened What To Do
Redness occurs
when the mask
cushion comes in
contact with the
skin.
Contact your home
care provider for a
refitting or a
different size mask.
Be sure to rinse the
mask thoroughly
after cleaning to
remove residue. See
the mask cleaning
instructions.
Irritation or allergic
reaction to the mask
material.
Use a barrier
between your skin
and the mask, such
as 3M’s Microfoam
®
or Squibb’s
Duoderm
®
.
Redness occurs
when the mask
cushion accessory
comes in contact
with the skin.
The mask may not be
positioned correctly, or
the mask is not properly
fitted.
Check the headgear
adjustment as
described in the
headgear instructions.
Contact your home
care provider for a
refitting or a
different size mask.
Sore or dry eyes.
This could be due to
improper mask fitting or
improper mask cleaning.
Nasal reaction to the
air flow.
Call your doctor.
Runny nose.