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by Marigail
Sun Jul 29, 2018 8:08 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Resmed noisy
Replies: 6
Views: 2237

Re: Resmed noisy

I got a Resmed Air curve a year ago. It was very quiet no noise at al. Then it started to whistle. I tried everything, changed mask, changed hose checked humidifier nothing helped. Then whistle turned to squeal and the longer it was on the highrr pitched and louder it got..called DME they said bring...
by Marigail
Sat May 20, 2017 9:14 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Pros and cons of using or not using the humidifier feature
Replies: 21
Views: 7389

Re: Pros and cons of using or not using the humidifier feature

I always use my humidifier. I have been hospitalized many times and on oxygen and make them put the bubbler on. I use a BiPap and my Pressure is high, when not on an auto it was 18/12. Now on an auto it has gone up to 23 as shown by sleepyhead. I use nasal pillows usually and that's a lot of air blo...
by Marigail
Sat May 07, 2016 7:38 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I'm scared
Replies: 12
Views: 2455

Re: I'm scared

Hooray for you for hanging in there. CPAP usage is an adjustment for all of us. It's a change, but change doesn't mean its a bad thing, it's just different. The first thing you need to do is try to relax, the worry, anxiety and stress will keep your BP up. Ignore the Negative Nellies and read the He...
by Marigail
Sat May 07, 2016 6:54 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I'm at a loss and need help. Congestion/Dryness issues
Replies: 7
Views: 939

Re: I'm at a loss and need help. Congestion/Dryness issues

The congestion/dryness has always been an issue with me. I have been on cpap therapy for 5 1/2 yr. I have a bipap with pressure of 17/12. What I have found to work for me I keep the humidifier set at 3 yr round. Most of the time I use nasal pillows, Pilairo. If I have breathing issue I will switch t...
by Marigail
Sat Jan 23, 2016 6:44 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Alleviating Stubborn Nasal Congestion/Dryness
Replies: 17
Views: 5395

Re: Alleviating Stubborn Nasal Congestion/Dryness

49er I hope you've found something helpful here. I also use the Ayr nasal gel and spray. Put some gel on q-tip and coat each nostril. I do it in the morning and again just before I put on my mask at night. Been working great. Don't have to go with brand name Walgreen's has store brand that is a litt...
by Marigail
Sat May 09, 2015 8:16 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Anyone use sinus clearing oil, goes into cpap intake?
Replies: 9
Views: 1649

Re: Anyone use sinus clearing oil, goes into cpap intake?

I use a little vicks on a q-tip in each nostril and wipe any residue off. That helps me keep my sinuses clear and makes breathing easier. I have just order the pur-sleep aromatherapy. Always wondered if there was anything like you use in a vaporizer but didn't want to put anything in machine that wo...