CPAP masks

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CPAP masks

Post by Goatdog » Tue Aug 19, 2014 9:32 pm

I have tried 13 different masks and have yet to find one that does not cause pain .My doctor only wants me to use a full face mask.

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kaiasgram
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Re: CPAP masks

Post by kaiasgram » Tue Aug 19, 2014 9:40 pm

Where exactly is the pain, and has it always been the same exact pain with all the masks you've tried so far?
I'm wondering if it's from overtightening the mask, or from the weight of the mask on the bridge of your nose, or something else?

And WHY is your doctor so insistent on a full face mask

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Re: CPAP masks

Post by Goofproof » Tue Aug 19, 2014 9:43 pm

Figure out the causeof the pain.

1. Mask too tight.

2. Mask wrong size.

3. De-Nile level of patient too high.

4. Physical reason for the pain. (Doctor needed).
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