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by jab1972
Sun Dec 06, 2015 12:07 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: CPAPfit Pillow - Trial Offer for Feedback & Reviews
Replies: 61
Views: 12180

Re: CPAPfit Pillow - Trial Offer for Feedback & Reviews

I've been using the pillow for about a month now. Time enough for a good sense of using it, I think. I'm a stomach & side sleeper, which can often make pillows tough, as they can dislodge my mask. After removing the better part of 2/3 of the stuffing, the size of the CPAPfit pillow seems just right ...
by jab1972
Tue Oct 20, 2015 9:51 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Poll: How long is your hose?
Replies: 29
Views: 5657

Re: Poll: How long is your hose?

My nose is about 1.5" long. What a schnoz!

Incidentally, it fit's just fine in my mask.
by jab1972
Fri Aug 07, 2015 8:36 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: new to boards...water tub question.
Replies: 12
Views: 1727

Re: new to boards...water tub question.

There is also a replacement s9 humidifier water container that breaks down into 3 pieces for easy cleaning. It is also dishwasher safe.
by jab1972
Thu Aug 06, 2015 9:22 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: about ready to quit
Replies: 10
Views: 1702

Re: about ready to quit

I too am just coming off some sinus trouble. My ENT strongly urged me to use a neti pot or similar sinus rinse twice a day. Even now that I'm past the acute problems, I'm still using it daily. You might give that a shot. It certainly helps me.
by jab1972
Fri Jul 31, 2015 9:25 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Forum Administrators- Do your JOB,
Replies: 283
Views: 64419

Re: Forum Administrators- Do your JOB,

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Pugsy has a new title!!!
by jab1972
Mon Jul 27, 2015 12:22 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Worried about extreme tightness in chest during day
Replies: 65
Views: 9041

Re: Worried about extreme tightness in chest during day

I have been feeling an extreme tightness in my chest/out of breath feeling the last few days (during the day). This is after 1 week of my most consistent PAP therapy (meaning I use every night and stays on all night). Should I be worried? I experienced exactly the same symptoms the first week or so...
by jab1972
Mon Jul 20, 2015 7:28 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Struggling with CPAP treatment
Replies: 12
Views: 1781

Re: Struggling with CPAP treatment

A few things: 1. The S8 is an older machine, but if it still works then I would focus on improving your use/treatment efficacy rather than getting a new machine right away. 2. When you say you are taking the mask off because it isn't working, what are you feeling in that moment? Are you out of breat...
by jab1972
Thu Jul 16, 2015 9:22 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Official Bickering Thread-- off topic
Replies: 16
Views: 4140

Re: Official Bickering Thread-- off topic

NO No no no NO. This is the Argument Clinic, not the bickering thread. Will you all please just get this one thing right?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdoGVgj1MtY
by jab1972
Mon Jul 13, 2015 7:40 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: nasal pillows - pros and cons?
Replies: 27
Views: 8017

Re: nasal pillows - pros and cons?

I've been using the Mirage FX for around 3 years now with minimal problems. I toyed with a couple nasal pillows, and found them comfortable, but my high pressure (17) and stomach sleeping made them a little tougher for me. I agree with the previous person who suggested loosening up the strap until i...
by jab1972
Tue Jul 07, 2015 11:32 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My Camping Battery Box
Replies: 15
Views: 17175

Re: My Camping Battery Box

Do you do anything special to store it? I don't have a basement or garage, so it will likely end up in a closet somewhere.
by jab1972
Thu Apr 25, 2013 1:23 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: CPAP bed pillow up for grabs - GONE
Replies: 1
Views: 487

CPAP bed pillow up for grabs - GONE

I bought one from woot.com awhile back and I'm just not using it (nothing wrong with it, I just find my old pillow more comfortable). Since it's just sitting in my closet, I thought someone else might enjoy it more than me. It's gotten very little use (less than 2 nights). It does, however, come fro...
by jab1972
Thu Apr 25, 2013 1:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I was 100% compliant until...
Replies: 13
Views: 1403

Re: I was 100% compliant until...

I had the flu a couple months ago and had the same problems you're experiencing, although severe congestion was my major conflict with hosing up. I normally don't use it, but I found that using afrin nasal spray before bed was enough to get a good night sleep on the hose. Don't use it for too many d...
by jab1972
Mon Aug 13, 2012 11:26 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Best mask for side sleeping?
Replies: 27
Views: 6518

Re: Best mask for side sleeping?

I'm a stomach & side sleeper, and have had good luck with the Mirage FX.
by jab1972
Thu Jul 26, 2012 5:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: I was prescribed an S9, need to make choices?
Replies: 13
Views: 2077

Re: I was prescribed an S9, need to make choices?

I know it might be a little extra out of pocket (depending on your insurance), but in the couple weeks since switching over from the respironics system one to the S9, I'd suggest adding the climateline hose. YMMV, but I've been more comfortable with the climateline than the straight humidifer on the...