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firesafety101		#1 Posted : 09 August 2019 13:43:36(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user		Hi. I have a friend who cares for her husband and involves personal care with stoma bags, changing, disposal etc. She is having real problems with the smell and asks if there is a face mask that will filter out the smell. I'm sure there will be something but requesting help on here. Thanks.


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Roundtuit		#2 Posted : 09 August 2019 13:53:45(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user		Why not try the morticians remedy? - a quick smear of vapour rub directly under the nostrils Most aromas pass through cheap mask media unles you get in to the serious activated charcoal filters

2 users thanked Roundtuit for this useful post.		firesafety101 on 12/08/2019(UTC), firesafety101 on 12/08/2019(UTC)
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Roundtuit		#3 Posted : 09 August 2019 13:53:45(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user		Why not try the morticians remedy? - a quick smear of vapour rub directly under the nostrils Most aromas pass through cheap mask media unles you get in to the serious activated charcoal filters

2 users thanked Roundtuit for this useful post.		firesafety101 on 12/08/2019(UTC), firesafety101 on 12/08/2019(UTC)
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Granlund40055		#4 Posted : 09 August 2019 14:16:36(UTC)
Rank: Forum user		Search for 3m 9913 (other brands available) Its a disposable nuisance odour FFP1 mask with a charcoal layer. Wore one when unblocking a drain and couldn't smell a thing but other half had to shut the windows! Available on Amazon for £22.99 for 20. (although if you are not trusting of Amazon, PPE suppliers such as Arco, RS etc do the same but much dearer, around £50 -£72) Another avenue could be the medical supplies companies for the disposable items. If your friend already purchases a lot through them they may have a discount scheme


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chris42		#5 Posted : 09 August 2019 15:51:49(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user		If it is just the smell, would nose plugs that swimmers use work? ok you are still breathing in, but not through the nose and only a few pounds. Might be worth a try Chris

1 user thanked chris42 for this useful post.		firesafety101 on 12/08/2019(UTC)
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firesafety101		#6 Posted : 12 August 2019 08:49:22(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user		All great idea, and so cheap too. I contacted ARCO and received some good advice and passed that on. I shall now pass on your idea as well. The lady has help from social services but not as good as you chaps. many thanks.


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