cleaning vest that has vomit

[anonymous]

Yesterday Samantha refluxed badly and vomited on her vest. We tried to just wet wipe it. It still had a horrible odor. Today I pretty much soaked the section that was vomited on with hot water and soap. But I think it still smells. Can we stick it in the washing machine on a gentle slow cycle? I know it says it should only be surface cleaned.

Maria (Sami's mom)

 

[Emily65Roses]

I am of no help. My best idea would be to call someone from the Vest company, or maybe Sami's CF doc. I'm sure they've run into that problem before.

 

[JazzysMom]

Definitely contact the company, but until then try viniger & baking soda mix to clean the area. The rinse with water & let dry. Dont saturate it. The combo should help with the order!

 

[anonymous]

Would Fabreeze work by any chance?

 

[anonymous]

I recently contacted the vest company from HIll-Rom because one of the hoses in our vest system had a hole. They replaced both tubes and also sent a new chest vest(I said it was wearing out, which it was) and sent us a new carrying bag for the vest. They delivered all this stuff via fedex. Perhaps the company would just replace the chest part of the vest for you.

Rebecca

 

[anonymous]

Hi everyone,

We are going to contact Hill-Rom about a replacement vest. Melissa- the vinegar and baking soda did wonders for the odor, thanks! I also rubbed some Purell on it afterward. But it's been through the ringer, so I wouldn't mind just starting with a fresh new one!

Merry Christmas everybody!

Maria (Sami's mom)

 

[JazzysMom]

I am glad the mixture helped in the meantime. I wouldnt think the smell would make doing the treatment easy......EWWWWW. LOL. Definitely get a new one. When I called to get my new foot control, they asked if everything else was ok, vest, tubes etc. They told me if there is a problem with anything that I better not hesitate to call! Good Luck!