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by Islandwoman
Thu Dec 12, 2019 3:29 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Sleeping pills either prescription or over the counter
Replies: 13
Views: 15364

Re: Sleeping pills either prescription or over the counter

I understand that our early ancestors all woke up in the middle of the night and visited,then slept again. Thought to aid in not being someones midnight snack. Can't remember the source but I recently read some Australian first people still do. I do often but that happens when you get old. Look up "...
by Islandwoman
Sun Dec 08, 2019 12:10 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Are travel CPAP machines worth it?
Replies: 27
Views: 30873

Re: Are travel CPAP machines worth it?

I wouldn't buy one. Never had a problem in eight + years. On planes they don't count toward carry on limits. Mine have gone to Europe,Hawaii and Canada by plane,train and automobile.
by Islandwoman
Tue Oct 29, 2019 6:23 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Routine endoscopic screening with known sleep apnea - accommodations?
Replies: 18
Views: 20060

Re: Routine endoscopic screening with known sleep apnea - accommodations?

I was asked to bring mine in case of unexpected emergency. I label the case with a name tag and a
medical equipment tag and a sticker label on my machine. I always do if there is a chance of over night. They put the case under the gurney and it goes with me.
by Islandwoman
Sun Sep 29, 2019 3:36 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Horrible smell traced to empty humidifier
Replies: 17
Views: 1077

Re: Horrible smell traced to empty humidifier

I run my water tank through the dishwasher. I checked to see if it was safe. I rinse well afterwards anyway. I do use a detergent from my organic food store. I use EWG, Environmental Working Group, to check out household cleaners. There are chemicals in cleaners more dangerous than dirt.
by Islandwoman
Sun Sep 29, 2019 3:18 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dreamwear mask irritation & other newbie questions
Replies: 49
Views: 6344

Re: Dreamwear mask irritation & other newbie questions

I couldn't wear any "plastic" on my face. I have used a cloth mask for abt 6 years.
by Islandwoman
Sat Aug 24, 2019 4:47 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OT - vaping - cbd's
Replies: 81
Views: 8442

Re: OT - vaping - cbd's

I live in Washington State. The are several stores within a mile of me and and they all have some level of trained personnel and safe products. If you go in with an issue they offer different products to choose. One has medical personnel. I have no reason to vape.
by Islandwoman
Sat Aug 24, 2019 4:36 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Melatonin experience
Replies: 8
Views: 945

Re: Melatonin experience

If you use any prescription meds make sure Melatonin is compatible. One of mine was not.
by Islandwoman
Sat Aug 24, 2019 1:19 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OT - vaping - cbd's
Replies: 81
Views: 8442

Re: OT - vaping - cbd's

Vaping is dumb if you have lungs. Why pay for air pollution.
by Islandwoman
Thu Aug 01, 2019 4:43 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OSCAR Suggestions & Bug reporting
Replies: 388
Views: 478518

Re: OSCAR Suggestions & Bug reporting

With Oscar sometimes I get a few hours of no readings as if machine was off. When I switch to Sleepy Head I get readings for the whole night. both the same AHI, .60 Last night. I'm not sure I trust Oscar. Last night I know it was on except for two short bathroom breaks. Any ideas? I know Sleepy head...
by Islandwoman
Tue Apr 16, 2019 2:07 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: slightly OT: flonase equivalent
Replies: 15
Views: 1138

Re: slightly OT: flonase equivalent

Too many carbs for me but I notice it is a favorite food on British Columbia ferries. Not much different than gravy on mashed potatoes. Just easier to eat.
by Islandwoman
Sun Apr 14, 2019 1:09 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Cat bites climateline hose while I sleep
Replies: 32
Views: 1714

Re: Cat bites climateline hose while I sleep

Training the cat to bite the hose would probably work better :wink:
by Islandwoman
Sun Mar 31, 2019 7:24 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Any one else out there use a Circadiance mask?
Replies: 4
Views: 5524

Re: Any one else out there use a Circadiance mask?

I have only used the Advance. I guess I'm lucky with rare leaking.Thanks for the replies.
by Islandwoman
Sun Mar 31, 2019 2:03 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Any one else out there use a Circadiance mask?
Replies: 4
Views: 5524

Any one else out there use a Circadiance mask?

I see so many mask complaints about but don't remember a Circadiance complaint. I have used the Circadiance Advance for over five years with never a problem. I could not tolerate plastic on my face, never a problem with my Advance.
by Islandwoman
Tue Mar 26, 2019 11:55 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My attempts to secure BleepSleep DreamPort covered by insurance
Replies: 29
Views: 11499

Re: My attempts to secure BleepSleep DreamPort covered by insurance

I would suggest logging in to Medicare and searching for a new DME that coordinates with Blue cross and starting over.
by Islandwoman
Sat Mar 23, 2019 5:04 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: my face is breaking out with a red rash help
Replies: 14
Views: 5090

Re: my face is breaking out with a red rash help

I can not use a plastic type mask. I have been using a Circadiance cloth mask for almost 6 years. No problems at all since I changed.