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by Nahelia
Sun May 02, 2010 7:35 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: 60 nights of hell
Replies: 11
Views: 2120

Re: 60 nights of hell

nk you for all of your replies. I unfortunately cannot sleep on my side for very long due to neck issues! Which cause headaches and pain... I have also noticed I cannot turn to my side while using the mask; then the leaking is astounding. It appears I need to sleep on my back and not move at all for...
by Nahelia
Wed Apr 28, 2010 2:53 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: 60 nights of hell
Replies: 11
Views: 2120

60 nights of hell

I have been attempting to use my cpap since Feb. 15. Missed some days due to illness. It has been hell. Every night I'm adjusting the mask, trying to get rid of leaks or just trying to get comfortable. I have tried several masks (some nasal gel thing, Swift LT for her, Mirage Quattro), now using the...
by Nahelia
Sat Feb 20, 2010 8:42 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Help! Air pressure buildup in mouth
Replies: 10
Views: 9619

Re: Help! Air pressure buildup in mouth

Thank you, Muse. That was a great description of what happens in cpap therapy. I taped my mouth shut (to the great delight of my children) and the feeling of breathing through the nose was actually different. It seemed more focused. I changed my ramp to 15 to give myself time to get used to it. I ma...
by Nahelia
Fri Feb 19, 2010 8:29 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Help! Air pressure buildup in mouth
Replies: 10
Views: 9619

Help! Air pressure buildup in mouth

I have just "completed," or attempted, 4 nights with my cpap. I'm using the nasal pillows and I seem to be getting the hang of it. Unfortunately, when the apnea occurs, the air doesn't seem to be going down my throat but builds up in my mouth and forces my mouth open. I called the respiratory people...