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by 74snowman
Thu Jul 22, 2010 12:14 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: RESMED S9 HUMIDIFIER
Replies: 27
Views: 22828

Re: RESMED S9 HUMIDIFIER

My lights work, rather have the heat working than the fancy lights. After checking my machine, I found out the lights are indeed working properly. The red light comes on when the humidifier is heating. Still no word from ResMed. It's like pulling teeth to get in touch with my rep. So, if indeed the...
by 74snowman
Tue Jul 20, 2010 11:38 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ridiculous quotes and deeds by doctors and DMEs
Replies: 120
Views: 15075

Re: Ridiculous quotes and deeds by doctors and DMEs

Good thing this thread exists. As many know that the cardiologist that I saw about 3 weeks ago wants a re-titration to make sure that my apnea is under control. Well the sleep doctor's office called today and well it just about sent me over the edge. Me: Hello (This is the only part of the conversa...
by 74snowman
Tue Jul 20, 2010 11:22 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ridiculous quotes and deeds by doctors and DMEs
Replies: 120
Views: 15075

Re: Ridiculous quotes and deeds by doctors and DMEs

When I first started CPAP........ ME: I am having problems exhaling. It feels like I am trying to blow up a full balloon. Dr: Yep, A lot of people have that problem. Me: Is there something that we can do, maybe a different machine? Dr: No, a lot of people have that problem. I'll see you in six mont...
by 74snowman
Tue Jul 20, 2010 11:00 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Chinstraps
Replies: 3
Views: 1123

Chinstraps

Hello all, I am using a chinstrap that I found on Ebay. I absolutely HATE using a chinstrap, but cannot stand a full face mask, and am using the Swift LT. I just can't seem to keep my mouth closed without the strap. I'm a big guy, and have a larger head. Does anybody know of a chin strap that wraps ...
by 74snowman
Tue Jul 20, 2010 10:54 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: RESMED S9 HUMIDIFIER
Replies: 27
Views: 22828

Re: RESMED S9 HUMIDIFIER

Just into my second month of using the S9 Elite, and I haven't noticed that problem. However, I do notice the red light that is supposed to come on when the heater is in use does not automatically come on when the machine comes on. I'm going to talk to my local Resmed rep and ask him about this. Sho...
by 74snowman
Mon Jul 19, 2010 11:35 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: O/T 106 pounds lost and 34 to go.
Replies: 26
Views: 3730

Re: O/T 106 pounds lost and 34 to go.

Congratulations! I have to lose about 130 lbs if I want to get back to a normal weight, whatever that means. I'm so happy for you!
Snowman
by 74snowman
Sat Jul 17, 2010 12:32 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Changed equipment and now can't sleep
Replies: 9
Views: 1472

Re: Changed equipment and now can't sleep

The noise from my machine is successfully drowned out by the two fans I use now. I used to have the same problem. I also covered my machine with a folded towel, which helps. You might try getting one of those CPAP hose wraps for your hose. They help with condensation, and a little with the noise. Sn...
by 74snowman
Sat Jul 17, 2010 12:28 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbies having a rough time, could use some advice
Replies: 14
Views: 1704

Re: Newbies having a rough time, could use some advice

I used to have a tough time tossing and turning in bed while asleep. I also use the Swift LT....but I haven't always. I have tried virtually every mask you can think of. It wasn't until I began placing a pillow on both sides of me that I was able to sleep through the night without tossing and turnin...
by 74snowman
Tue Apr 13, 2010 11:18 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: A little about my life with sleep apnea.
Replies: 18
Views: 3116

Re: A little about my life with sleep apnea.

Wow! I didn't expect that kind of welcome! I sure appreciate you all, and look forward to talking with you all! I've noted the questions you all have asked. I will answer them as I formulate the answers....since I don't know everything, I've got to confer with my colleagues. I will answer the first ...
by 74snowman
Sun Apr 11, 2010 6:23 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: A little about my life with sleep apnea.
Replies: 18
Views: 3116

A little about my life with sleep apnea.

Greetings to all. Several years ago I had a sleep study performed. I did not meet the criteria for a split-night study, meaning they did not put a cpap mask on me the first night. My second night they tried to put a cpap mask on me, and I freaked out. I told them there was NO WAY I'd wear that thing...