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by Merlin7
Wed Dec 17, 2014 4:43 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New OSA patient - Some questions
Replies: 15
Views: 1585

Re: New OSA patient - Some questions

Hi and welcome, you'll get lots of support and advice here. I'm relatively new to CPAP and the best I can suggest is just to stick with it and the results will come. Anything under a 5 AHI is considered normal, and what matters is how you feel. Have you tried 'Nasal Pillows' as these are less intrus...
by Merlin7
Sat Dec 06, 2014 7:33 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Pros/Cons-Nuance Gel/Airfit P 10 Nasal Pillows
Replies: 19
Views: 5082

Re: Pros/Cons-Nuance Gel/Airfit P 10 Nasal Pillows

I really like the P10 but seem to get leaks after about 4 hours of sleep, then rearrange and all is well. The Nuance Gel is not quite as comfortable but less prone to mid sleep leaks for me. I'm now trying the F&P Pilairo which seems to be more stable but more cover. Like Pugsy says its each to his ...
by Merlin7
Sat Dec 06, 2014 7:22 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: ? For the battery powered gurus
Replies: 26
Views: 8640

Re: ? For the battery powered gurus

For low weight and safety you might want to look at LiFeP04 batteries. They are safer and lighter than LIPO batteries. Arch is right about cut off and overcharging safety. The beauty of LIPO's is that they can discharge a very high amperage very quickly in short bursts. I use 22,000mah batteries on ...
by Merlin7
Fri Dec 05, 2014 7:56 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: ? For the battery powered gurus
Replies: 26
Views: 8640

Re: ? For the battery powered gurus

Hi My advice is do not use Lithium Polymer Batteries in your home on a medical device, or anywhere for that matter. LIPO batteries are very dangerous if used incorrectly and can easily catch fire if punctured or over charged. I use LIPO (lithium polymer) on my remote UAV and they need very careful c...
by Merlin7
Thu Nov 27, 2014 8:24 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Sleepyhead and naps, help please
Replies: 2
Views: 575

Sleepyhead and naps, help please

Hi I recently , yesterday actually, I had an afternoon nap with APAP in place. My question is, how do I delete the time I spent napping from sleepyhead, as the data from the nap is skewing all the data from the nights sleep. I was trying out a new nasal mask so I really was hoping for that data not ...
by Merlin7
Tue Nov 25, 2014 7:20 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: What's the best way to dry out hose using a 2nd machine??
Replies: 54
Views: 5367

Re: What's the best way to dry out hose using a 2nd machine??

If you are really keen on drying out your hose and mask, there is a company in the suppliers list that sells a 'Hurricane' dryer that has a hose attachment place
by Merlin7
Mon Nov 24, 2014 6:48 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: HELP!
Replies: 59
Views: 9549

Re: HELP!

When I went to the ENT for the fist time he asked me about acid reflux, which really surprised me. I had been waking up sometimes with a mouth full of stomach acid etc, and just put it down to eating late at night. Since being on APAP there hasn't been a hint of reflux, again an eye opener as to the...
by Merlin7
Sun Nov 23, 2014 9:03 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Cant keep mouth shut
Replies: 17
Views: 3244

Re: Cant keep mouth shut

Thats what my wife says to me.

But only when I'm awake
by Merlin7
Sat Nov 22, 2014 11:31 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Head colds and oximeter statistics/ Managing SpO2 performanc
Replies: 19
Views: 2051

Re: Head colds and oximeter statistics/ Managing SpO2 performanc

Where has the sense of humour gone? A little light hearted banter is good for the soul
by Merlin7
Sat Nov 22, 2014 10:39 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: myapnea dot org
Replies: 163
Views: 15677

Re: myapnea dot org

And now that everyone thinks I made a mistake with the forum name, I was just seeing how awake everyone was

The Cpap talk forum is really wonderful and I am grateful for its existence and all the genuinely helpful people here
by Merlin7
Sat Nov 22, 2014 10:35 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: myapnea dot org
Replies: 163
Views: 15677

Re: myapnea dot org

After reading the comments here, I was prepared to sign up and have a look at the general feel of the forum. BUT. When I went to do the sleep survey on their opening page, I was told I had to sign up first. I'll not be spending time or any mental energy on them and will be sticking with the wonderfu...
by Merlin7
Sat Nov 22, 2014 6:25 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Secondwindcpap.com is TOPS!!!
Replies: 10
Views: 2236

Re: Secondwindcpap.com is TOPS!!!

Thumbs up to Secondwind, I bought my back up from them, an open box deal.
Very happy with the service and advice, and I would use them again in a heartbeat.
by Merlin7
Fri Nov 21, 2014 10:13 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Is SleepyHead Essential?
Replies: 9
Views: 1387

Re: Is SleepyHead Essential?

Sleepyhead is a fantastic tool, but like any tool you have to use it properly Im currently doing a little side study on the two pillow masks I use. P10 and Nuance gel. Im alternating between the 2 and recording which one I use on sleepyhead and also the leaks or lack of during the night. Once I get ...
by Merlin7
Wed Nov 19, 2014 5:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Need some help selecting Autotitrating CPAP machine & accys.
Replies: 17
Views: 2648

Re: Need some help selecting Autotitrating CPAP machine & accys.

I'm relatively new to CPAP, and went for the Resmed A10 Autoset, and am very happy with my decision. Masks are a whole different ball game and that really depends on whether you can breathe easily through your nose, and I would go for nasal pillows if your an 'active sleeper'. After trying a few I'v...