decodivermark
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I have an obvious reaction to neoprene, any suggestions on how to beat it, I use the wetsuit to assist instruct in the pool, but this is driving me crazy. Any help will be appreciated.
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beche de mer
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Maybe you could wear a lycra suit under it.
glbirch
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Are you sure it's actually the neoprene you are allergic to? A lot of neoprene suits are actually coated on the inside. Maybe it's the coating?
If it is the neoprene, are you just worried about staying warm in the pool? There are other options for lightweight divesuits, such as the lycra mentioned above, or this sort of clothing: http://www.chillcheater.com/index.htm Never used it myself, just happened come across it the other day. Harvey's also makes a Lycra backed Polar Fleece suit: http://www.diveremporium.com/harveysaction.html
Not sure if this is what you're looking for, but it gives you some options.
If it is the neoprene, are you just worried about staying warm in the pool? There are other options for lightweight divesuits, such as the lycra mentioned above, or this sort of clothing: http://www.chillcheater.com/index.htm Never used it myself, just happened come across it the other day. Harvey's also makes a Lycra backed Polar Fleece suit: http://www.diveremporium.com/harveysaction.html
Not sure if this is what you're looking for, but it gives you some options.
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decodivermark:
Allergies to neoprene, like latex, are very common. Neoprene doesn't contain latex proteins but it does contain low levels of chemical allergens. Most individuals with this type of allergy usually use a skin (lycra) as a physical barrier under a wetsuit...Contact dermatitis is the worst! I feel your pain...and itch!
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Technically, allergy to neoprene itself is not common. Reactivity to some accelerators used in its manufacture, and some adhesives used in making the suit, is more common, but still a frequent occurrence. Placing a thin garment between the wetsuit & skin is sometimes helpful, but not always.
Alternative exposure protection includes drysuits not constructed using neoprene & Lycra suits with or without fleece.
If you absolutely must have a wetsuit, go to a dermatologist and get patch tested for the gamut of possibly offending substances, then survey manufacturers to locate suits that don't contain them. Needless to say, this is a bother.
Best of luck.
DocVikingo
Alternative exposure protection includes drysuits not constructed using neoprene & Lycra suits with or without fleece.
If you absolutely must have a wetsuit, go to a dermatologist and get patch tested for the gamut of possibly offending substances, then survey manufacturers to locate suits that don't contain them. Needless to say, this is a bother.
Best of luck.
DocVikingo
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