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by deedees5462
Mon May 01, 2017 6:53 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Resmed Airmini on craigslist
Replies: 7
Views: 1649

Re: Resmed Airmini on craigslist

Hi, I did check the box, but it is still there. It,s under Orange County, California https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/h ... 10130.html.
by deedees5462
Sun Apr 30, 2017 9:18 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Resmed Airmini on craigslist
Replies: 7
Views: 1649

Resmed Airmini on craigslist

Hi, I saw the mini on craigslist and said 795 dollars on paypal. I think it might be a scam and was concerned someone might see and think it is legit. I dont know if there is anythingI can do, but it was not even available when this was first posted. The person copied and pasted one of the release s...
by deedees5462
Sat Mar 25, 2017 4:48 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Looking for Oxygen Concentrator, continuos flow, 3 lpm
Replies: 2
Views: 654

Looking for Oxygen Concentrator, continuos flow, 3 lpm

I was just wondering if anyone had any other ideas for an o2 concentrator. I need to purchase one. I am already looking at craigslist and ebay. I just dont have a lot of money. Any other ideas??
by deedees5462
Wed Mar 22, 2017 6:24 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Meds or not for sleep study
Replies: 14
Views: 3120

Re: Meds or not for sleep study

I don't know about sleep study, but in my diagnosis and recomendations the sleep doctor advised that I only take sleep meds if I am using my cpap. I was allowed to take all my meds which included ambien and I did not sleep until like 4:00am and had to have another done.
by deedees5462
Wed Mar 22, 2017 6:17 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: dry mouth
Replies: 6
Views: 1184

Re: dry mouth

I was just talking to my dentist today about this as he was prepping my mouth for another crown due to a broken tooth because of dry mouth and prior fillings. He recommends the Oragel mouth Moisturizer, also he recomends swishing your saliva around several times a day which generates more saliva and...
by deedees5462
Mon Mar 20, 2017 9:27 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Who else is using cpap/vpap and also O2?
Replies: 11
Views: 4698

Re: Who else is using cpap/vpap and also O2?

No I do not have a backup O2 concentrator. Or do you mean backup o2 as in a tank of o2?? I do get a have a plan with electric company for those with medical life support which does make a big difference. I really wish I could afford a generator for backup power. Of course, So. California does not lo...
by deedees5462
Sun Mar 19, 2017 8:54 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Who else is using cpap/vpap and also O2?
Replies: 11
Views: 4698

Who else is using cpap/vpap and also O2?

Hi, I was just wondering who else has to use supplemental oxygen along with their cpap/vpap machine and does it help. I have had 4 sleep studies and I always need oxygen along with machine. My dr ordered the vpap adapt sv and oxygen concentrator which feeds into my hose at 3 liters.
by deedees5462
Sun Mar 19, 2017 7:16 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Upcoming Gallbladder Surgery -Terrified of Anesthesia
Replies: 44
Views: 8265

Re: Upcoming Gallbladder Surgery -Terrified of Anesthesia

To 49er Every anesthesiologist says the same thing to me, "I can't guarantee an airway without tubing you". Also, I don't know why they tell me I have to spend the night. I've had this at two different hospitals in different counties in California. I am okay with spending the night because I have st...
by deedees5462
Sun Mar 19, 2017 6:42 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Nose very uncomfortable when exhaling
Replies: 2
Views: 2027

Nose very uncomfortable when exhaling

Hi, I am using the Swift FX Nano with the Nasal Cushion. I am having a problem while exhaling. My nostrils feel like they are expanding while exhaling. It is very uncomfortable and makes it even more difficult to sleep. I am also have sinus issues, allergies and/or a cold. I use the Resmed S9 Adapt ...
by deedees5462
Sat Mar 18, 2017 3:23 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Medicare & Machine Replacement?
Replies: 50
Views: 8785

Re: Medicare & Machine Replacement?

Hi, just to get back to Medicare Advantage Plans, I am under 65 and disabled. I had excellent insurance from my former employer. I wanted to have the same doctors, hospitals, scripts etc. I was advised by an office clerk in one of my doctors offices to get the advantage plan I am on. I checked with ...
by deedees5462
Fri Mar 17, 2017 9:31 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Upcoming Gallbladder Surgery -Terrified of Anesthesia
Replies: 44
Views: 8265

Re: Upcoming Gallbladder Surgery -Terrified of Anesthesia

Hi, I'm just curious about surgery with sleep apnea. I have had 4 surgeries after being diagnosed with sleep apnea and was told in no uncertain terms that I would have to stay overnight. I am never done as an outpatient because of my sleep apnea and also have always been told to bring machine. The f...
by deedees5462
Tue Mar 14, 2017 8:12 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Oxygen Concentrator and DME Company Problem
Replies: 15
Views: 2569

Oxygen Concentrator and DME Company Problem

Hi, I have a problem with the dme company. They want a new O2 order from my doctor. The problem is I changed doctors do and did not know I needed a new O2 order. I've been going to this doctor for over a year and when I found out I needed a new order I had to get a po to go to see the doctor and he ...