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by Cardsfan
Mon Aug 10, 2020 7:43 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dreamstation Go experiences?
Replies: 3
Views: 715

Re: Dreamstation Go experiences?

I bought the GO case that holds the machine and battery pack. It is very compact. I put that case inside my Resmed carry case, along with the mask and long hose and electrical cord, when I travel.
by Cardsfan
Sat Aug 08, 2020 8:13 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Self Diagnosing need help reading and using machine
Replies: 207
Views: 35606

Re: Self Diagnosing need help reading and using machine

If you want to do a test, you could sleep with your cpap set at the lowest setting, cpap 4 pressure, and see what your AHI is with the lowest setting. That could show your AHI go higher than 5.
by Cardsfan
Sat Aug 08, 2020 8:07 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Self Diagnosing need help reading and using machine
Replies: 207
Views: 35606

Re: Self Diagnosing need help reading and using machine

You can get a chinstrap that will keep your mouth shut. I use one that www.cpap.com sells. Works great. Works with any type mask. I use just a nasal mask (over the nose) and then put the chin strap on over it.
by Cardsfan
Fri Aug 07, 2020 2:11 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Self Diagnosing need help reading and using machine
Replies: 207
Views: 35606

Re: Self Diagnosing need help reading and using machine

Your graphs are lower than 5 AHI because your cpap is working and preventing events from happening.
by Cardsfan
Thu Aug 06, 2020 9:48 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dreamstation Go experiences?
Replies: 3
Views: 715

Re: Dreamstation Go experiences?

Wow- lots of questions. I have a Dreamstation GO and like it. The battery lasts for two- eight hour nights. You can use any drinkable water in any machine. You do not save any space or weight with the GO compared to a Resmed Autosense 10 machine. The GO is heavy and just about as big as a regular cp...
by Cardsfan
Mon Jul 27, 2020 11:57 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Clearing the Mask and Tubing from Ozone after cleaning
Replies: 10
Views: 946

Re: Clearing the Mask and Tubing from Ozone after cleaning

I hate to see it when new people get taken advantage of. It's hard enough being a new cpap user, let alone have to fight off some company just looking to make a quick buck. The longer you use your machine, the less you worry about germs and trying to keep everything sanitized. Soap and water work ju...
by Cardsfan
Sun Jul 26, 2020 3:56 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Had it with local CPAP suppliers
Replies: 24
Views: 3990

Re: Had it with local CPAP suppliers

This is the Lincare # I use. 888-544-2715. It is the main call center, not a local office. If the person you talk to isn't helpful, just redial till you get someone who is. :lol: Plus they will need your prescription sent to them. For billing- I call the # on the invoice, get a recorded message, and...
by Cardsfan
Sun Jul 26, 2020 1:33 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Had it with local CPAP suppliers
Replies: 24
Views: 3990

Re: Had it with local CPAP suppliers

I tried Apria, that was a disaster. Then I tried Lincare. I use Lincare for the mask and it's parts, because they are in my insurance network, and it's been ok, with some hiccups. But for most inexpensive stuff, filters and the cheap unheated long hoses, I use www.cpap.com and just pay for it- much ...
by Cardsfan
Sun Jul 19, 2020 8:39 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Strap help. causes migraines
Replies: 7
Views: 706

Re: Strap help. causes migraines

Try a mask with straps in a different place. look at Resmed P10, and Swift FX Nano.
by Cardsfan
Fri Jul 17, 2020 10:15 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Likelihood of getting SD card from Kaiser/Apria?
Replies: 11
Views: 1162

Re: Likelihood of getting SD card from Kaiser/Apria?

If you went through insurance, you could call your insurance company and report it missing, and let them call Apria for you. I'm sure the ins co doesn't appreciate paying for something you did not get.
by Cardsfan
Thu Jul 16, 2020 12:36 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Airfit P10 Mask - Causing Skin Pigmentation Issues?
Replies: 8
Views: 1850

Re: Airfit P10 Mask - Causing Skin Pigmentation Issues?

I am getting those dark spots on my face, especially cheeks, too. I think it is more to do with my age. I just started using some fancy miracle spot remover cream, so we'll wait and see what happens. Is your dark skin exactly where the straps go? Mine are all over.
by Cardsfan
Tue Jul 14, 2020 8:29 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dents in hair.
Replies: 11
Views: 17344

Re: Dents in hair.

I have a few different masks that I switch use of. That way I don't get the same dents every night. That seems to help. Also, I wash my (short) hair in the morning and fluff it up with some hairspray. Try using a blow dryer with a round brush. Good luck. I use the pad a check products and find I sti...
by Cardsfan
Wed Jul 08, 2020 12:21 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Anyone have a Hurricane Dryer??
Replies: 36
Views: 28103

Re: Anyone have a Hurricane Dryer??

I manage just fine with air drying my supplies. Wash in the AM, dry by PM
by Cardsfan
Mon Jul 06, 2020 7:11 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Which Travel CPAP Machine should I get? + a few other questions
Replies: 62
Views: 41253

Re: Which Travel CPAP Machine should I get? + a few other questions

I use a Resmed Airsense 10 Auto, and also have a Dreamstation GO. There is really no difference in size when traveling with either. Whatever machine you use, you still have the long hose, and mask. Those take up the same amount of space no matter what machine you use. So the size of the machine is r...
by Cardsfan
Thu Jul 02, 2020 9:33 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: 19 Year Old Diagnosed Months Ago And Struggling A LOT
Replies: 58
Views: 11008

Re: 19 Year Old Diagnosed Months Ago And Struggling A LOT

Just so you don't feel alone-- I am thin and a small person, and have severe sleep apnea. Don't let anyone tell you it only occurs in overweight people.