The PR Comfort Gel nasal mask is in my rotation because it's comfortable, fits me well and doesn't leak. However, last night the vent started hissing/whistling and not quiet like usual. What's going on?

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Welcome Cindy, don't think I didn't notice that you're a Dr. Seuss fan.

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See my thread:

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Even though they say under 24 is ok, I still think 18 is kind of high. My leak goes down drastically when I started using a chin strap.

Hi Linda, my script is for 11 too. I set mine 8-12. The pressure hovers around 10.5 on the average.

I second what nanwilson said. Go to cpap.com and study your options.

Just curious, how does the doctor know that nasal mask is best for your? Did you try on all types of mask during your sleep study?

In my opinion, an LT rigged up overhead so that it connects to the hose from above and behind is absolutely ideal for a spinning side-sleeper. However it is possible to rig up a way to run the FX hose overhead too, with a little crafty creativity with some fabric or Velcro. Word. Or wear something ...

It's not fair comparing the Mayo Clinic to other run of the mill DMEs.

That's like saying "I don't know why everyone is complaining about their Hyundais, my Mercedes runs fine."

How to Know If Dif Mask Required or Just Tweak of Exisiting?

The answer is YES.

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Well then it's a good thing you haven't installed the O rings around your downward-pointing pillows now, isn't it? That sucker woul have blasted you into space!

I've successfully used the Swift LT and had zero leaks. You just need to tweak it ~ rotate the pillow until the angle is correct, etc. Word. HA, the LT is my go to mask and I love it. If you can feel the air, to me that means it's not fitting right. Move it around, adjust the straps, twist the entr...

I own all 3 in nasal style and I like them in this order: 1. Resmed Activa LT - light and the accordion motion seals your face tight. My favorite nasal mask. 2. Respironics ComfortGel - compact and a little heavier than the Activa, no motion. I would continue using it occasionally. 3. Resmed SoftGel...

Start here at the HIPAA - How To File A Complaint page:
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