Registered (actually did twice because for some reason didn't see the request for the cpaptalk username the first time). This will be my first trial if I get in. Comfort gel is the only mask I've been able to use consistently so far, though I've tried a few other masks. Looking forward to seeing the...

I loved the concept of the pap-cap but had a few problems with it for myself. Besides being too big for me, my pap-cap did not agree with my layered wavy hair and I couldn't contain it enough to keep it out of the velcro. The straps seemed too long as well. If I took a quick nap during the day, my h...

What your cost will be is determined by what your employer contributes I believe. My share is 20% of dme supplies with kaiser. I have friends who have 100% paid by their employer for dme. Supply refills can also be different. Again my employer allows new equipment at 6 months, while a close friend h...

I am sorry for your loss. At the tender age of 40 I had a heart attack. I had absolutely none of the risk factors except genetics.Well, now I realize I did have another very big to me risk factor. Sleep apnea. I snored and felt this bad even then, as a very slim woman. My family hated to try to slee...

Hello! The techs can't decide what size I am so I've tried 2 sizes of most of these. Ultra Mirage FF (small and medium) F& P 431 (small and medium) F&P 432 (Small and medium) ComfortFull FF(small and medium) Comfort Gel FF Swift LT for her Comfort Gel Nasal Profile Lite Nasal Hans Rudolph FF Hybrid ...

jweeks wrote One unexpected side-effect of CPAP that I had is that I was waking up sore and my body felt a bit stiff. Turns out it wasn't the CPAP that did it. It was sleeping that did it. I hadn't slept well for years, so I was always moving around and was getting up every 60 to 90 minutes at night...

I get the no captcha unable to log in problem with IE, latest version. Had the problem ever since the problems with logging in the forum had, a month or so ago. Doesnt matter which computer I use (work, laptop, or home desktop). Tried clearing everything, going thru all the steps in one of the stick...

I'm glad I asked because I couldnt see which was the worse mask for me with this small amount of data. While I hate even the thought of taping, maybe just a small strip won't be so bad especially if I don't put it all the way across my lips. I'll try that tonight. I'll also give the suggestion to j...

Hello Everyone, I finally uploaded my encore viewer software and looked at what's been happening. I'm not sure I understand what alot of it means and will do some searching but am hoping everyone here can give me feedback or suggestions on what to do next. I've been on therapy since end of april. My...

Hi Danielfobs, I have Kaiser insurance and was told it would be about a month to get my machine after I was titrated but it actually only took 5 days. Kindof depends on how fast your doc puts in the script to the DME (mine was Apria) I think. I agree about making sure the machine they give you is da...

The chinstrap didn't work for me completely as I still developed leaks at the corners of my mouth, but helped it not lift off my face so I still consider it a success. If I could just sleep with my mouth pursed constantly I would be fixed as I can make the leaks go away by doing that. Thanks for the...

Hello Everyone, I've been trying to adjust to the Hybrid due to trying multiple masks with multiple leaks. Roosters tips have helped alot but I have a couple more questions and if anyone can help I would appreciate it. With the Hybrid, for the first time I'm waking without a headache (that is until ...

I tried the 431 for a total of three nights. Initially the fit was good each night and it seemed to seal pretty well. however after about 3-4 hours of sleep the seals seemed to fail completely. The mask fairly hovered over my face, with the sides seeming to blow out and the mask made some horrible e...

Hi Kathy - Polygrip strips? I've only heard of taping so I'll do a search on the forum. I admit to being tired of the chin strap, mask, and now taping or polygrip regime. If the sleep I was getting for those few short days hadnt been so great I would give up but I know it can be better. I really did...

Hello Everyone, I am happy to share that my Kaiser respiratory tech immediately ordered me an apap, when I went to discuss the continuing problems I was having of still being tired, still having daily waking headaches, still waking up 2-3 times per night after a few months of treatment. The differen...