I am a huge mouth breather, therefore I've gone to extremes. I use a chin strap and duct tape.

Thanks so much Den and Tony, there is no doubt about that! I'm quite sure that is what is going on.
I would switch providers but my insurance doesn't cover any other neurologist. I'm completely disgusted with them.

Hi everyone, Can anyone tell me how to change the settings on my machine. My settings are currently at 12 but I am still waking up tired and I was thinking about experimenting with the settings. I think I need to be at a 13 or 14 (just making a guess and hoping it will work). Doctor is very uncooper...

I have not noticed a great deal of improvement with my CPAP therapy in terms of alertness and wakefulness. Initially, I felt GREAT but after a week that went away. I use my machine RELIGIOUSLY. I haven't been able to afford the software to review my numbers but I am going to do that with the next bi...

I don't know if it is allowed or not to publicize a personal blog in this forum so if we are not ... I apologize in advance for breaking protocol. I am blogging about my experiences with my CPAP therapy if anyone is interested in reading or commenting. I started 3 days ago and I just want a record o...

Reggie White (NFL football player) died from Sleep Apnea. You do not need to be overweight to have sleep apnea. My doctor said I have a very large tongue and very tiny airways so I guess that blows your boss's theory out of the water. What an a-hole!

Thank you everyone for your input! I want to be in charge of my own health and not have to strictly rely on a doctor or therapist! I'm sure all of this will be "old hat" in no time!

Hi everyone, I am BRAND NEW here. This is the second day I have woken up from using CPAP. How do I find out what my AHI number is that I am reading about? Also, the Respitory Therapists set up my machine for me and told me I didn't need to know any of the information because they have it all under c...

Thx Bleeping Beauty! I'll go do that right now!

Hi everyone,
I am BRAND NEW here. This is the second day I have woken up from using CPAP. How do I find out what my AHI number is that I am reading about? THX for the help!