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Fiberglass is a synthetic material that contains fragile glass fibers. These fiberglass particles can penetrate the skin, leading to pain and a rash. When a person cuts or saws fiberglass, the dust can irritate the eyes and airways.
According to the Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry, fiberglass exposure can lead to the following symptoms:
skin irritation and pain
eye irritation or redness
temporary stomach discomfort
soreness in the nose or throat
The symptoms a person develops will depend on how they became exposed to the fiberglass.
Skin exposure can result in a rash or fiberglass dermatitis. This occurs when fiberglass fragments or dust become embedded in the skin’s outer layer.
A fiberglass rash typically looks like a patch of small blisters with dry, flaky skin. On pale skin, the inflammation will be red. If long glass fibers get stuck in the skin, a person may see them protrude from the surface.
The extent of the rash depends on several factors, such as:
how deep the fibers penetrate the skin
the thickness and length of the fibers
environmental factors, such as humidity or heat
Short, thick fibers are more likely to cause irritation.
Fiberglass dermatitis is usually temporary, and people who regularly come into contact with fiberglass often develop a tolerance. However, in rare cases, a person may develop ongoing symptoms if they frequently work with fiberglass.
A person may be able to remove larger fiberglass particles from the skin themselves. They can do this by:
washing the affected area under running water and gently patting dry with a clean towel
carefully placing a piece of tape on any glass fibers that stick out from the skin
peeling the tape off the skin to remove fibers
This technique can help doctors diagnose fiberglass dermatitis. It will remove larger fibers from the skin surface but may not extract all of them, particularly if they are small or deeply embedded.
Avoid scratching or rubbing the affected area, as this can push fibers deeper into the skin. To soothe itching and dryness, a person can try emollient creams, such as Eucerin or E45, or topical corticosteroids. Doctors can prescribe further treatment if needed.
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