I was 24 when first started using CPAP. My Dr. thinks could have done with it a lot earlier as believe it is a side effect from Childhood asthma and with having a shorter lower jaw. Have to admit may be a lifer for CPAP but could not do without it now! Even a single night without it is horrific!

Welcome Ghoov, I know you will find much good advice in these forums! Have to admit wish was somewhere like this when I started out. Have been on CPAP over 2.5 yrs now and am a lifer but its good to see how others are and have coped using CPAP. 2 days for a machine is really good! Wish was like that...

Hi Slinky,

I do not know why it has come up with software as had not listed any because here in the UK we do not need any software at home because all the reports are printed out when we visit our sleep lab.

I have also changed to text for my equipment which I was sure was set.

Jules what a great post!

I must admit wish when I was starting out had links and resources like this! I know this is more American based but still very helpful to a UK based CPAP user like myself!

Good to know there are these sorts of resources around even to a long termer like me

Ok I am not classed in the older married couples!! However do feel this a valid post. When I first started my CPAP me and my partner had a twin bed and it was a nightmare as my partner would complain about the air blowing out the mask or if I moved and the mask loosen then would get a full wack of a...

I have a pressure of 13 myself and find the Mirage Quattro full face a good mask. However, must make sure get the right size mask or can be a pain! I use a small size and find have to ensure clean shaven but a very good mask especially when new to full face

I have to admit it took a few years before it was recognised and found out that I suffered from OSA (obstructive sleep apnea). At first the Drs. I went too put it down to stress and working too hard. However, a few years later I had moved in with my partner and changed Drs. Both my partner and mysel...