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by sleeplesscoot
Tue Nov 28, 2006 5:13 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Problems with my Respironics Comfort Gel Mask
Replies: 7
Views: 2808

Problems with my Respironics Comfort Gel Mask

I had the same problem with the Comfort Gel. Tried the reheating etc. It just didn't fit. I have had the best result with the Resprironics Classic Mask. From what I can gather from talking with friends that nobody has a mask that fits. This makes sense as the Manufactures are interested in a profit ...
by sleeplesscoot
Tue Nov 28, 2006 4:56 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Remstar problem?
Replies: 8
Views: 1998

Machine OK

I also thought my machine was decreasing pressure at night and checked it with a gage. Same as it started. My conclusion is that I get use to the pressure. After removing the mask I noticed that I exhale harder or more quickly than I inhale.
by sleeplesscoot
Sat Sep 23, 2006 8:08 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Face washing and moisturizer
Replies: 8
Views: 2431

Face mask and moisturizer

I use Eulerian cream, which it a fairly thick skin cream and have had no problem with a seal. In fact I think I get a better seal with it. It has also help with the breaking out of my skin. I also found if I get the nasal mask too tight it will leak just as well as when it is too loose. The adjustme...
by sleeplesscoot
Sat Sep 23, 2006 7:55 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Filters for Remstar:foam or disposable as well? HEPA?
Replies: 13
Views: 2801

I have a remstar with a foam filter. I wash the filter weekly; backflushing it under the facet and then squeezing it several times in running water. I next squeeze it in a dry towell to remove excess water and let it dry. After a while it seemed dry so I added a few drops of castor oil and worked it...