Re: CPAP Advice Reply #20 – February 14, 2019, 11:47:26 pm Don't be afraid to try different masks, and adjust size/fit. It can/will make a world of difference.I use resperonics dream wear with a chin strap. Least offensive i have foundhttp://www.thecpapshop.com/respironics-dreamwear-nasal-cpap-mask-1?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping%20-%20All%20Products&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8rCZ1va84AIVSgOGCh2fegpOEAQYASABEgJ2uPD_BwEConsequence (among many) of not using crap when indicated is congestive heart failure. Worth it for your longevity and quality of life to figure this out. Weight loss can also lessen the need for CPAP (along with lowering a bunch of health risks such as type 2 diabetes.I got apnea after radiation treatments on my throat - even at 350 pounds I didn't have apnea, but at 220 after radiation treatment I developed severe apnea (59 events an hour...)Hang in there, it is worth it.... Quote Selected
Re: CPAP Advice Reply #21 – February 15, 2019, 10:13:48 am Steve, we DW and I both have been on c-pap for over 10 years, as Tim said once you get used to it the system is well worth the learning curve. When I went in for testing I had only been asleep for less than 1 hr and the tech came in and put a Cpap on me.His comment was something to the effect of" I don't want you dying on my watch" Also, you can use it dry but your nasal passages may dry out and cause a lot of irritation. I usually run water with low or no heat and that gives me enough moisture to avoid irritation.good luckChris Quote Selected
Re: CPAP Advice Reply #22 – February 15, 2019, 05:00:41 pm When I was using a cpap machine I used a mask called a Wisp. Covered my nose like an oxygen mask at a hospital , only covered my nose not my mouth Quote Selected
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