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Rash from fiberglass insulation?

by Concerned Father, Jun 27, 2006 12:00AM
My son has broke out in a rash each time we have visited my parents cottage that is partially under construction. The basement has fiberglass insulation on the studded walls. My concern is that the fiberglass particals may have got into the air or couch and are irritating his skin at each visit. Benedryl has helped somewhat, but the rash persists. Hydrocoritsone 1% cream and frequent lubrication over the following week helps to clear the skin.

Are you familiar with this sort of issue with fiberglass insulation? I am hoping this is the problem, because it would be a relatively easy cure, finish the basement with drywall.

They do have a lake there also, but his rash started before we got in the lake this last week end.

Thank you for your help!
Member Comments (5)

by npdore, Jul 23, 2007 07:23AM
I think I may be experiencing the same thing.  I am finishing my basement and developed a rash strictly on my chest and back.  It's been 3 days now and it's still itchy.  I recall having a minor reaction a few weeks ago, but now I seem to be more sensitive.

by branny72, Feb 22, 2008 04:11PM
To: rash from fiberglass
i have a rash as well, my job requires me to insert insulation in oven doors, i have only worked there a short time and did not have the rash before. i wear protective sleves and gloves and i am still getting tiny bumps on my arms hands and chest .

by BhumikaMD, Feb 28, 2008 10:07AM
Hi,

It would be advisable to consult an allergy specialist and talk to him/her in detail about your symptoms.

This would help in coming to a probable diagnosis and in also deciding what investigations need to be done to come to a confirmed diagnosis.

Till you get an appointment it would help to take oral antihistamine or antiallergic medications and to apply calamine lotion on the rash. Keep the area clean and do consult a specialist at the earliest.

Let us know what your doctor advises and also how your son is doing now.

Hope this helps.

Regards.

by denivit, Apr 11, 2008 06:37AM
To: fiberglass allergy sufferers
I recently broke my foot and began having sporadic skin reactions such as itching, burning and severe swelling in various areas - hands, arms, face.  As the days went on, this swelling progressed to my tongue and throat and landed me in the hospital twice.  The reactions have gotten more severe and more sudden each time.  I now know it is the fiberglass in casts and splints that caused my allergic reactions.  Insulation is a known entitiy that causes harm  but I never realized that fiberglass is a common component found in other everyday items.  Does anyone have any information on other sources of fiberglass items?
Regards,

by dmgross, May 29, 2008 01:55PM
To: denivit
I recently breathed some dust from fiberglass insulation and my throat became very sore and my sinuses have swollen...I have noticed this before and usually wear an organic vapor mask { 30 dollars at home depot}  I was visiting a friend on a construction site and while talking to him he pulled  a piece of fiberglass down..thats all it took.  I have small bumps all over the back of my throat and dificulty breathing usually this lasts about a week....any ideas on what to take to help?
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