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by LavenderMist
Sat Feb 12, 2011 1:23 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Need software source for REMstar Auto M Series
Replies: 1
Views: 679

Need software source for REMstar Auto M Series

Hi fellow CPAPers, I had software for my machine, but lost it. I feel my CPAP effectiveness has gone wayyy down. I have gained weight and am generally feeling cruddy. I need to secure the software so that I can monitor therapy and get back on track. The LED display on the machine is not much help, a...
by LavenderMist
Mon Aug 17, 2009 10:17 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: when your nose is clogged do you use your machine
Replies: 10
Views: 3834

Re: when your nose is clogged do you use your machine

My suggestion would be a full face mask. It will allow you to breathe through your mouth and still get treatment. You can also try a nasal rinse like neilmed to see if you can clear your nose out. Hope you feel better soon.
by LavenderMist
Sat May 30, 2009 8:49 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Womens hormone cycles and OSA
Replies: 17
Views: 2661

Re: Womens hormone cycles and OSA

Soo, based upon what split city is saying I'm wondering if HRT would improve OSA? I don't mean to the point of not needing CPAP, but just an overall improvement in number of apneas even while treated? I've been sitting on the fence about adding Bioidentical estrogen for quite a long time. This may j...
by LavenderMist
Fri May 29, 2009 9:35 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Do you have to actually be seen not breathing to have apnea?
Replies: 15
Views: 2323

Re: Do you have to actually be seen not breathing to have apnea?

From the symptoms you are describing, it sounds like a sleep study would be prudent. At the very least, you could ask the Dr. to prescribe an overnight pulse ox to measure your o2 sats during the night. Have you discussed these concerns with your doctor? If not, that would be my first step.
by LavenderMist
Fri May 29, 2009 9:25 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Womens hormone cycles and OSA
Replies: 17
Views: 2661

Re: Womens hormone cycles and OSA

All that I've read on the subject seems to suggest a sharp increase in OSA in postmenopausal women. So, there does appear to be a hormonal connection. In my case, I was diagnosed with OSA later in the same year that I had both ovaries removed(surgical menopause). It would be interesting to see studi...
by LavenderMist
Fri May 29, 2009 11:46 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Hypothyroidism and Sleep Apnea
Replies: 16
Views: 6648

Re: Hypothyroidism and Sleep Apnea

I'm not really sure if one causes the other. I did have Hashi for many years before the OSA diagnosis. However, I am sure that one affects the other in a negative way when they coexist. Thus, it would be prudent to receive optimal treatment for both to feel your best (cpap and thryoid hormone replac...
by LavenderMist
Thu May 28, 2009 8:46 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Hypothyroidism and Sleep Apnea
Replies: 16
Views: 6648

Hypothyroidism and Sleep Apnea

I was researching about hypothyroidism (Hashimoto's Disease) and came across this article. Thought I'd pass it along for anyone interested. I have Hashimoto's as well as OSA among other health conditions. All the dots are starting to connect. Now if the doctors could just connect them too! ---------...
by LavenderMist
Sun Aug 10, 2008 6:12 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: woo hoo sleeping well + 1 year anniversary
Replies: 17
Views: 2271

Congrats and best wishes for many, many more years of great treatment and continued health.
by LavenderMist
Sun Aug 10, 2008 6:11 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: How long does it take?
Replies: 6
Views: 896

If you are just starting treatment you have a sleep deficit to pay back. You need to get as many hours of sleep as possible to pay that down. Once you do, and that varies from individual to individual, you'll start feeling much better. It all depends on how long you had undiagnosed sleep apnea and y...
by LavenderMist
Sun Aug 10, 2008 6:06 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Reason to believe
Replies: 17
Views: 2365

Carbonman, WTG!!! I never was athletic, but since treatment have found my inner athlete and have been pushing my limits on the treadmill, elliptical and riding my bike. It feels great to get stronger and stronger and have more endurance! I hope you continue to improve and realize all your biking goa...
by LavenderMist
Sun Aug 10, 2008 6:00 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Too much of a good thing?
Replies: 5
Views: 749

Congrats on the positive changes. I know it can get overwhelming though. I've done much of the same. However, even after losing 60 lbs I still give myself permission to have a "treat" on occasion. The key is not too often and not too much a one time. Have you thought about setting up a reward system...
by LavenderMist
Fri Aug 01, 2008 5:34 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: PROVIGIL
Replies: 8
Views: 1125

Call your dr or the pharmacist.
by LavenderMist
Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:47 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My numbers are low...so why do i still feel like cr*p???
Replies: 15
Views: 2193

A lot of good advice has already been given. Did I read that correctly? Your AHI is 5.0???? I'd feel like crap w/ that ahi too. I feel like crap if mine gets over 2.0

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