Introducing myself

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minicoopergrl
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Introducing myself

Post by minicoopergrl » Wed Apr 04, 2018 6:39 am

Great morning!

Im new to the boards but Im hoping to get some great advice with my Cpap and sleep apnea.

My name is Lu. Im 33 and I live in Glen Burnie, MD. I was diagnosed with SA in February after doing an at home sleep study. I also have a family history, so only time knew when I was going to get diagnosed with it.

My results from my sleep study were quite scary. It was determined that I had 80 episodes an hour :shock: This explained a lot with the fact I always fell asleep sitting still but the wake up call was when I got drowsy while driving and couldnt keep my eyes open. My cpap has made a big difference as im now about 6 episodes an hour with the machine. I joke I put my Bane mask on before I go to bed.

Outside of my SA life, I coach club field hockey for a local University here. I have 2 kids (13 and 9) and a third big kid (thats the hubs) and our dog. I still play sports and like to have netflix binges and crafts.

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LSAT
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by LSAT » Wed Apr 04, 2018 7:16 am

Welcome Lu

TedVPAP
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by TedVPAP » Wed Apr 04, 2018 3:44 pm

Welcome. 6 is much better but you may be able to do better with help from the forum.

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Julie
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by Julie » Wed Apr 04, 2018 3:53 pm

Welcome! :D
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RodL1948
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by RodL1948 » Wed Apr 04, 2018 4:01 pm

Welcome, Lu! I'm a newbie here too. Stick around, you'll learn a lot!

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tlohse
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by tlohse » Wed Apr 04, 2018 8:16 pm

Welcome aboard Lu.
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Machine: ResMed AirSense 10 Auto Set With Heated hose and Humidifier
Mask: ResMed AirFit P10 Size M Nasal Pillow with headgear
Mask: ResMed AirFit N30i/P30i
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CPAP USER SINCE JUNE 2013

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MamaGord
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by MamaGord » Wed Apr 04, 2018 10:11 pm

Welcome!
Emily ~ happily married mom to 4
Using CPAP since 3.21.18 pressure 12.5-18

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MoodyMolly
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Re: Introducing myself

Post by MoodyMolly » Wed Apr 04, 2018 10:37 pm

Welcome! I'm a newbie too, been at this for 5 months now. I'm 32 and mother of 5 boys. My ahi wasn't as bad as yours, but I was definitely exhausted all the time like you. I'm getting mine down to 3 on average with the help of the members here. I'm sure they can help you get to an even better ahi too :D