formaldehyde sensitization

[coffeesnob]

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It's been 4 weeks since I started gross lab. My reactions to formaldehyde have been getting progressively worse. I double glove, wear long sleeve shirt under my scrubs but now my whole face is burning up (especially my eyes). I get all these rashes all over my arm and neck (even without direct contact).

Any tips? My school said I should talk to student health and get a respirator. Is there anything else I should try before I resort to that?

 

[evilbooyaa]

It's been 4 weeks since I started gross lab. My reactions to formaldehyde have been getting progressively worse. I double glove, wear long sleeve shirt under my scrubs but now my whole face is burning up (especially my eyes). I get all these rashes all over my arm and neck (even without direct contact).

Any tips? My school said I should talk to student health and get a respirator. Is there anything else I should try before I resort to that?

We had a girl who used a respirator in Anatomy lab. If you're reacting to it, get a respirator.

 

[shenanigi]

Just bring in a fresh one