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by Ellen
Fri Mar 31, 2006 6:21 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Hard to exhale
Replies: 14
Views: 17044

hard to exhale

I sure don't know much, as won't get my machine till Monday, BUT I have done MUCH reading and it sounds like the air pressure (I think you said 12) used to keep your airways open - you also have to exhale AGAINST. I have read of people who feel like their ribs, backs, and lungs are sore after this. ...
by Ellen
Fri Mar 31, 2006 6:09 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: newbie
Replies: 14
Views: 2323

newbie

I am a CPAP newbie and am waiting for my unit to come (Monday I hope) and will be fit for a full face mask Tuesday. Have already ordered a fleece cover for hose, as we keep our bedroom around 65 degrees. I am nervous and excited at the same time. If this will make me feel better than I have for the ...
by Ellen
Fri Mar 31, 2006 4:18 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: No More Ayr Gel?
Replies: 27
Views: 5556

vaseline

Did you folks know you can get NON PETROLEM jelly - I buy it at local health food store. Another thing good for dryness inside and outside nose is Rosehip Seed Essential Oil - also available at health food store. For mouth dryness, I take 1/2 Tablespoon organic coconut oil and "swish" it to moisten ...