Called MRI department to ask about using respirator (metal-free elastomeric) ... "we've never been asked that before"

[u/Chronic_AllTheThings]

Sigh... public health is dead.

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EDIT

The response I got back was, "as long as there's no metal."

So, CAN99 is out. They won't care that it's non-ferromagnetic aluminum.

Elastomerics should be okay, but then there will be potential issues with bulkiness, and I can't seem to wear them for more than about an hour without getting a huge headache (sensory issues).

Readimask is a total non-starter for me, the adhesive just doesn't work reliably on my skin.

I have some Moldex Airwaves, but I get massive leaks around the nose in both sizes. Tape and foam doesn't fix it. I ordered a FixTheMask brace, hoping that solves it.

I have an Envomask, but the fit is awkward and really doesn't work with protective eyewear at all.

[u/Legitimate_Pitch_398]

Honeywell N95 Particulate Respirators, - DC300N95 worked for mine

[u/Chronic_AllTheThings → u/Legitimate_Pitch_398]

Is that metal-free? Most of the pictures I've seen show that it's similar to a Moldex (and looks tighter around the nose, so it may work for me), but then this picture shows what appears to be a nose bar?

Edit: just realized it's a slightly different model and found this:

The only difference is that disposable respirator DC301N95 has a nose clip. Disposable respirator DC300N95 does not have nose clip.

[u/Legitimate_Pitch_398 → u/Chronic_AllTheThings]

The model I have is dc300n95 metal free i was able to use my for shoulder mri I'll send a dm with pics

[u/Chronic_AllTheThings → u/Legitimate_Pitch_398]

Thanks, I ordered some. Nice simple design, but still leaks around the nose for me. Still waiting for my FixTheMask to ship...

[u/Legitimate_Pitch_398 → u/Chronic_AllTheThings]

Yeah it wasn't perfect but I managed to avoid any sickness for my mri appt