Hello
Thank you for the replies about my leaky mask situation. I am hopeful the Total Face Mask might help there.
Another question, please....
As I posted before, about 2 weeks ago I was diagnosed with Central Sleep Apnea and Cheyne-Stokes respirations. I have had a Auto SV Bi-PAP machine for about 10 nights now. So far, I have only been able to sleep when taking an Ambien. Even then, the sleep is limited and of questionable quality.
While trying to nap today with my new mask, I noticed that every time I begin to doze off I am jolted back awake when (I believe) an apnea strikes. They seem to begin almost immediately upon entering sleep. My Bi-PAP raises pressure to deal with them, but I catch myself waking up anyway. It feels like I'm holding my breath during the increased pressure. So, I wake up to breath. This happened at least 4 or 5 times in an hour today, keeping me from getting any sleep.
As I lay in bed, I keep working to make my mind relax, telling myself that I am taking care of the problem.
Do any of you have suggestions as to how to deal with this and get some sleep?
My apneas wake me up despite Bi-PAP
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My apneas wake me up despite Bi-PAP
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| Mask: Mirage Quattro™ Full Face CPAP Mask with Headgear |
| Additional Comments: EPAP = 12 / IPAP = 12-20 / Backup rate = AUTO / Central Sleep Apnea - Cheyne-Stokes Respirations diagnosed May 29, 2009; otherwise healthy |
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Re: My apneas wake me up despite Bi-PAP
Hey Tonycog,
When your new to CPAP or Bipap there can be a lot of uncomfortably regarding the pressure and mask etc...
If i were you i would see if your doctor can get some data from your machine to determine what may be causing the inconsistent sleep.
Complex Sleep Apena, could cause similar problems, but there is no way for me to know exactly what is going on.
The Safest bet, is to Contact your Doctor, and see if he can retrieve a data print out from your machine. Most of the newer machines have this feature and its as simple as sliding in a card removing it and either mailing it or bringing it in to your sleep doc.
It sounds like you have a Auto Bi-pap, but if your still holding your breath you may want to look into a Bi-pap SV (Servo Ventilation) (i think?)
It may help you out but its pretty expensive and of course you will have fun with your insurance trying to get it certified.
Hope This helps
When your new to CPAP or Bipap there can be a lot of uncomfortably regarding the pressure and mask etc...
If i were you i would see if your doctor can get some data from your machine to determine what may be causing the inconsistent sleep.
Complex Sleep Apena, could cause similar problems, but there is no way for me to know exactly what is going on.
The Safest bet, is to Contact your Doctor, and see if he can retrieve a data print out from your machine. Most of the newer machines have this feature and its as simple as sliding in a card removing it and either mailing it or bringing it in to your sleep doc.
It sounds like you have a Auto Bi-pap, but if your still holding your breath you may want to look into a Bi-pap SV (Servo Ventilation) (i think?)
It may help you out but its pretty expensive and of course you will have fun with your insurance trying to get it certified.
Hope This helps
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