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Q: Red mark and burning sensation on the wrist from sports band - apple watch

After whole 3-4 months of having apple watch and wearing it while exercising I have developed a small red mark and a burning sensation on the inside of the wrist. Anyone with similar problems and tips as to how to combat this problem. Not wearing the watch is for me not an option.

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.2)

Posted on Feb 29, 2016 5:36 AM

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Q: Red mark and burning sensation on the wrist from sports band - apple watch

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  • by Jonathan UK,Helpful

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Feb 29, 2016 11:23 PM in response to billiefromden haag
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    Feb 29, 2016 11:23 PM in response to billiefromden haag

    Hi Billie

     

    If you experience redness, swelling, itchiness or any other irritation or discomfort on your skin around or beneath your watch, Apple recommends that you remove your watch and consult a doctor / physician before wearing it again. Skin reactions can be a result of various causes including:

     

    • Allergies (eg to nickel):
      • The stainless steel portions of some Apple Watch bands and the magnets in bands contain some nickel.
    • Extended exposure to irritants (eg soap or sweat);
    • Environmental factors;
    • Wearing the band too tightly or too loosely (eg causing rubbing).

     

    Irritants can make skin reactions more likely if found between the watch and/or band and your skin. Keeping your watch, band and skin clean and dry can maximise comfort and prevent long-term damage to the watch. It is especially important to do this after workouts or exposure to liquids that can cause skin irritation.

     

    If you are concerned about a potential manufacturing fault with your watch band, contact Apple Support (mail-in service may be available) or make a Genius Bar reservation with a view to having it checked under warranty:

     

    https://www.apple.com/support/watch/contact/

     

    More information:

    https://help.apple.com/watch/#/apdcf2ff54e9

    Wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

    Cleaning and wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

  • by Jonathan UK,Solvedanswer

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Feb 29, 2016 6:43 AM in response to billiefromden haag
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    Feb 29, 2016 6:43 AM in response to billiefromden haag

    If the mark coincides with the location of the pin on a Sport Band, you may be experiencing a nickel-related reaction. Although nickel levels are specified below the restrictions set by European regulation, you may still be susceptible to nickel-related reactions.

     

    If so - after having consulted with a doctor and after having allowed your skin to heal - options that you may wish to consider include:

     

  • by billiefromden haag,

    billiefromden haag billiefromden haag Feb 29, 2016 11:32 PM in response to Jonathan UK
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    Feb 29, 2016 11:32 PM in response to Jonathan UK

    Thanks very much Jonathan for your reply and tip.  I'll use the nail polish method you suggested  and see how it goes. If I have to  I'll get that black band too.  I love my watch and wear it almost day and night, as I use the sleep++ app with it. Unfortunately,  the milanese loop band that I have does not feel as comfy on the wrist for nights or the workouts.

     

    Regards

    Billie

  • by Jonathan UK,

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Mar 1, 2016 12:53 AM in response to billiefromden haag
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    Mar 1, 2016 12:53 AM in response to billiefromden haag

    You are most welcome!