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by cmpokstl
Wed Jul 09, 2008 7:10 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: IPAP / EPAP Confusion !!!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 7537

IPAP / EPAP Confusion !!!!!

I have learned quite a lot from this forum about Sleep Apnea. One area that I’m still a little confused on is the purpose of the IPAP & EPAP pressures. I know that IPAP is the (Inhalation pressure) and the EPAP is the (Exaltation pressure). Which one (IPAP or EPAP) is responsible for preventing the ...
by cmpokstl
Wed Jul 02, 2008 4:41 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Best Mask for Beards?
Replies: 6
Views: 5016

Thanks to all who have replied!!

GumbyCT - Yes, I'm aware that my beard will grow back, and I'm willing to shave it if all else fails. I want to explore other options first. I have tried the Nasal options in my previous attemps using CPAP (This is my 3rd try). I'm a mouth breather and have not found anything that will prevent it. I...
by cmpokstl
Wed Jul 02, 2008 11:06 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Best Mask for Beards?
Replies: 6
Views: 5016

Best Mask for Beards?

I need to know what mask work the best with people that have beards. I keep mine short and trimmed. I have been using the Respironics BiPap Auto M Series with the Remed Mirage Quattro Full face mask for a couple of weeks. I purchased the card reader and EncoreViewer software. According to the report...