Victorias Secret Bra Allergy ALERT!

[Med Help]

Dear Friends,

CBS-TV News in Cleveland contacted MedHelp about a month ago and asked for our help.  They were investigating messages posted by MedHelp members who complained about allergic reactions to certain Victoria's Secret Bras.  

First and foremost, thank you to all the MedHelp members who participated in the CBS-TV news story about your allergic reactions to the bras, which were manufactured in China!  

For those who missed the story, here is a link to the CBS-TV News website.  Once there, click on "WATCH IT HERE:  BAD BRAS: A Consumer Alert"

http://www.19actionnews.com/Global/story.asp?s=8165067  

If you are having an allergic reaction to Victoria's Secret Bras, please call the company at: 800-945-5088.

To find other MedHelp members who have posted messages about allergic reactions to the bras, type VICTORIAS SECRET ALLERGIC in the search box at the top right side of this page.

MedHelp

[ptabarbie]

What a revelation this has been!  For about three years now I've been suffering with a rash between my breasts.  I also get a severe burning and redness on the side of each breast and under my arm. (all within the breast/bra region). The sensation sometimes feels like an internal burning, I also experience an internal itch type sensation. I have worn Victoria Secret Bras for ten years.  I've been so concerned and worried that there was "something" critical "occurring" in my breasts.  At my last two mammography appointments I expressed my concern over these sensations.  Nothing was reflected in the test, so I have been left puzzled as to what was causing such discomfort and pain.
All my bras are Victoria Secret ...big deal about a coupon or refund...I've been miserably suffering for a long time.  Not only physically but mentally worrying about what the heck was wrong with my breasts.

[SRW759]

Hello All,

I have had a rash since 2006. I thoughts I had gather the rash and dry spots under each breast and it has since begin to darken from the irration and itching. What step do I need to take to get help?

SRW

[Mouse1386]

I am not sure what number you called that gave you a claim number, because the 800 number a rep told me too take the bras back for an exchange or refund.

[AngryShopper101]

I just wore a VS bra for the first time this past Saturday that I had purchased about a month ago.  Woke up Sunday morning to a splotchy red itchy rash along my bra line and under my arms!!  By Tuesday it had spread down my torso and to my back.  I was freaked out, and after doing some research online, found this blog. I went to my doctor on Wednesday, and was prescribed steroids after Benadril did nothing.  Hopefully the rash will respond to the steroids. VS better refund me for the bra I had purchased!  And for that matter...my prescription costs as well!  I'm calling customer service today, and will never shop there again!
FYI: If there is going to be a class action, everyone should be documenting their rashes. Write down dates they appeared, photos, whatever evidence you have.  This will help solidify the case.

[sweetandsassip]

I am in Florida and also have had bad problems with these bras.  I had to stop wearing them, I wanted my money back ($50 a bra) and they wouldn't do it.  If there is a class action I would love to join in.

[Marisela1105]

My friend just called me b/c she heard a news story about Victoria's Secret bras and allergic reactions from them.  About a month ago I purchased a bra and after using the bra I noticed a rash in the middle of my back and then others on my neck.  Now they have moved down my back to my legs, stomach and breast.  It's been over a month and a half and I still get them on a daily basis.  Two weeks ago I went to the head of the Dermatology Clinic at University of Miami and I'm going back to her today w/ all the articles I found on this matter. The meds she gave me have not really helped.  The itching has gotten better but the rash is still there.