u/Fun_sized123

I have POTS & co. but feel like ppl like me are over-represented on disability social media & want to hear more from other people. I listen to Andrew Gurza’s podcast, which is interesting for me because he has CP and makes disability justice connections across different condition (Also I’m an Instagram hater lol and prefer long-form content, that’s why I specify platform)

My dermatographia is usually fairly mild compared to some people here. It’s the strongest on my neck, upper chest, and top/helix of my ears, and affects a body part more the closer I get to there. Usually my skin just turns red, not burns or itches, but whenever I wear my garmin watch long-term, I get an itchy contact dermatitis rash where the band rubs against my wrist. The band is just silicone, so I don’t think I’m allergic to the specific material. My doctors and I want to try using the watch for tracking my sleep cycle.

What material (breathable woven or knit fabric/silicone/medical grade silicone/metal/etc.) has irritated your skin the least?

*Has anyone else with dermatographia managed to wear an activity tracker watch the majority of a week without itchiness?*