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by hgli2005
Thu Nov 08, 2007 2:34 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Chinstrap for use with OptiLife
Replies: 1
Views: 451

Chinstrap for use with OptiLife

Just started using the OptiLife Nasal Pillow mask and am generally pleased. I think I need to try a chinstrap to keep the old mouth closed. Anyone have a reco for a strap that would work well with the OptiLife?

by hgli2005
Thu May 03, 2007 8:46 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Insurance change causes dilema
Replies: 5
Views: 727

Thanks for all the comments so far. One comment I notice about the M is that is has a smaller tank for the humidifier. Is this a real problem? Currently with the Pro I fill up the tank to the line and in the morning I haven't even used half the water, so I am thinking it should be ok.

by hgli2005
Wed May 02, 2007 9:08 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Insurance change causes dilema
Replies: 5
Views: 727

Insurance change causes dilema

Due to a change in employment, my insurance has changed. The rental of my cpap was fully covered under the old plan. Under the new plan, I must use up a $1000 deductible before coverage kicks in. So I just got my first bill, $60/ month for rental. At this rate I will pay the quivalent of a new machi...
by hgli2005
Fri Nov 03, 2006 10:19 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Profile Lite Gel Mask
Replies: 4
Views: 1078

Thanks snoredog, second night was fine and yes, the leak seems limited to the exhaust port on the elbow, as is appropriate. So all seems right.....

Thanks.
by hgli2005
Thu Nov 02, 2006 1:41 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Profile Lite Gel Mask
Replies: 4
Views: 1078

Thanks capt. The exhaust is the little rectagle near 90 degree the bend of the swivel yes? I'll have to inspect it closer tonight..... Thanks again.
by hgli2005
Thu Nov 02, 2006 11:04 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Profile Lite Gel Mask
Replies: 4
Views: 1078

Profile Lite Gel Mask

Just started on PAP and the first night went well. I have a question though. I am using the Respironics Profile Lite and it is comfortable. There seems to be leaking from the swivel which is where the exhalation port is. Also there are two ports on the bottom corners of the mask, they come with rubb...