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Old 08-27-2011, 02:23 PM
ClaytonThroop ClaytonThroop is offline
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Anyone know where to get clothing for very sensitive skin?

I've been searching around quite a bit, but I can't seem to find what I assume exists. I have chronic neuropathy over my arms, legs, and chest which makes wearing most clothes uncomfortable. Most full length pants become intolerably painful after a while. I wear mostly loose fitting athletic shorts and tshirts. Luckily, as a graduate student, I can get away with dressing however I like.

Recently, I've decided I need to get some full length pants and shirts for occasions which require them. I've been trying to do some research to find out if there are certain fabric types that are better for people with similar conditions, such as burn victims or diabetics (who sometimes suffer chronic neuropathy).

Does anyone have any ideas on what might be more comfortable for me to wear, and/or where I might go find such a thing?

It might be just a tightness issue, where loose fitting things are more comfortable, but it's hard to tell. Jeans are certainly worse than loose fitting khakis, for example. Just curious if anyone has any thoughts.

Thanks.
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