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by 7diverdog7
Fri Jan 16, 2009 10:58 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: nasal irritation from pillow masks
Replies: 2
Views: 859

nasal irritation from pillow masks

I have noticed the topic appearing on this forum and this is the solution that works for me. Before sleep apply a small amount of Bacitracin Ointment to a cotton tipped applicator. Coat the inside of the nostrils thoroughly and to any irritated surfaces. Gently inhale and if you feel ANY resistance,...
by 7diverdog7
Fri Nov 16, 2007 10:21 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: DME VS Doctor
Replies: 12
Views: 1692

DME VS DOC

Having owned a DME business and retired this year I recall the primary roll of the DME supplier is to fill the Dr,s RX. If there is a question about the equipment, talk to the Dr. Don't infer that the prescriber does not know what he or she is doing.

by 7diverdog7
Mon Nov 12, 2007 11:15 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: encore viewer software version1.0 (new?)
Replies: 1
Views: 864

encore viewer software version1.0 (new?)

I made the plunge and purchased Encore Viewer Software. I called Respironics and was told there was only one software. Not! The software consists of a program and drivers for the reader. It's simple to install, you can print your results. The card does not erase after reading but continues until ful...
by 7diverdog7
Mon Nov 12, 2007 11:06 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: c-pap protection
Replies: 8
Views: 1125

CASE FOR BIPAP

I use the smallest wheeled carrier I can find. I check it in with my luggage and label it MEDICAL EQUIPMENT. This does not count for your luggage weight limit
by 7diverdog7
Fri Oct 26, 2007 3:05 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: A PILLOW FOR MY HEAD
Replies: 15
Views: 3766

I HAVE BEEN USING A 10 INCH BED WEDGE FOR 2 MONTHS. I WAS ALSO A SIDE SLEEPER BUT FOUND THIS WEDGE VERY COMFORTABLE AND HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SLEEP ON MY BACK FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE. WEDGES CAN BE PURCHASED AT A DME STORE OR WALMART. THEY CAN BE FOLDED AND CHECKED THROUGH BAGGAGE AS "MEDICAL EQUI...
by 7diverdog7
Thu Oct 25, 2007 7:11 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Can't find any detailed AHI, AI & HI data from Bipap S/T
Replies: 15
Views: 6469

DATA FROM BIPAP S/T

AFTER READING YOUR POST I SPOKE TO MY PHYSICIAN, AND HE TOLD ME THAT THE CARD WILL ONLY PRODUCE COMPLIANCE DATA. NO EVENT LOG
by 7diverdog7
Wed Oct 24, 2007 2:19 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Encore Pro Software
Replies: 1
Views: 942

Encore Pro Software

I am a new user of S/T Bipap and am considering the purchase of the Respironics package,software, reader,smart card. I have read different views on this subject, with some claiming only compliance data is available, while others claim "event" tracking can be recorded. Help! _________________ CPAPope...