My answer is a qualified yes. I did not understand about complex apnea, and would have had no idea what kind of machine to order. The RT at the New Orleans Apria did, and recommended my BiPAP Auto SV, suggesting that the doctor write the prescription specifically for that machine. However, it was t...

Ooops. Wonder if my new DME would send me a small...

Thanks, Dragon. I was wondering why I couldn't find any other cushions in the bag!

Thanks, Dragon. I'll go dig in the bag of goodies that came with it, and look for that small mouth cushion.

I have a Liberty that was just supplied by my new DME, and the nasal pillows seal just fine. My problem is leaks around the mouth. I've tried tighter and looser, and still I squeak. It's so bad, I've gone to the ComfortGel full-face. At least I can sleep with that one. Any suggestions on getting a g...

Well, if my weight and height were proportional, I'd be around 10'-11' tall! I actually had a handle on things (diagnosed Type II diabetic, high BP, high cholesterol, all the good stuff!), and was starting to lose the weight, when all kinds of heck broke loose at work (I work for AIG). My stress lev...

I gave up on the ComfortGel. All the blamed thing seems to do is LEAK! Went back to the Quattro, and I'm doing much better.

Your mileage may vary...

Heck with drill bits, stick it down with a little JBWeld. Guaranteed you'll NEVER move it again!

Of course the ice cream has to be Ben n Jerrys, death by chocolate or clog your arteries caramel with lots of gooey marshmallows (my fave by the way is Phish Food mmmmmmm). Mmmm, Phish Phood... Hey, we don't have a drool icon! Ettilvry, DO NOT give up. I've been almost as frustrated as you are, the...

I'm a sax symbol. I play tenor (Yamaha Allegro), and baritone (Pan-American) sax. Haven't really gotten together with anyone to play since the hurricane, but, I hope, one day...

I'm using Pampers' sensitive skin baby wipes. I do find the mask seals better whenI do a wipe-down before I put it on.

I have a Remstar in my closet that has almost 8000 hours on it, but has a board that is going bad. Makes a good backup, though.

Are you using distilled water? I've had similar problems when I have to use tap water. Must be something in the water I'm allergic to.

Also, when was the last time you replaced your hose and really cleaned your mask? There could be some yuk growing in the hose or mask.

Try adjusting the knob for the forehead adjustment. I'm at 19 now (was 25),and it probably took me a couple weeks to adjust things to stop the leaks. What I did (YMMV): Snug the lower straps upper straps slight tension adjust the angle knob to remove some of the bridge of the nose pressure It seems ...

Kenv--you might also try something like Mucinex to thin your secretions. It might help the mucus flow out.

Lovey, your problem demonstrates a major problem in our healthcare system. Doctors prejudge their patients, and don't help or listen to them. Many times, the doctor is in some way prejudiced against the full figured, and lets that prejudice overcome his professional duties. Last time I had a similar...