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by anelson
Thu May 29, 2008 9:27 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Side Sleeper Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 1326

Side Sleeper Questions

I'm new to CPAPing with just under two weeks on the machine (part time.) I am a side sleeper and cannot sleep on my back because of resulting back pain. I usually turn over as my shoulder gets sore. I have a full face mask (Ultra Mirage) and I cannot get it to stay sealed. The problems happen when I...
by anelson
Fri May 23, 2008 4:51 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New guy with a few questions
Replies: 6
Views: 1183

Thank Bap40. I have noticed a problem When I put my mask on at the beginning of the evening the mask fits well with no leaks. By about 2 to 3 am I start getting leaks and cannot adjust the mask either by tightening the headgear or selecting a sleeping position that gets rid of the leaks. I wash my m...
by anelson
Wed May 21, 2008 7:45 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New guy with a few questions
Replies: 6
Views: 1183

New guy with a few questions

I'm a new CPAP user. Last night was my first night. I need to use a full face mask. My provider only had a few masks for full face and only one of them was moderately effective. My questions are about reasonable expectations: 1. Should I expect the mask to leak when I change positions? 2. How can I ...