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by SleepyInChicago
Sat Jan 22, 2011 8:38 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Prescription for a mask?
Replies: 19
Views: 3893

Re: Prescription for a mask?

Another option is to ask your dentist to write a script for the machine/mask.
Just ask the doctor (whomever write the script) to put down '99' for # of times to dispense. Makes it easier for future re-orders/replacements.
by SleepyInChicago
Sat Jan 22, 2011 2:13 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: OT Electronic Cigarettes.
Replies: 23
Views: 11250

Re: OT Electronic Cigarettes.

You forgot to mention the part about nicotine being extremely addictive and how the nicotine plays havoc with the nicotinic receptors in the brain causing a chemical dependence cycle that is hard to break once started. safer than tobacco?--possibly. But the juice is still made up of chemicals; most ...
by SleepyInChicago
Sun Jan 02, 2011 8:50 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Flying with CPAP
Replies: 16
Views: 4921

Re: Flying with CPAP

I flew Delta on Wednesday and had no problems. They did not open the bag or question me on the # of carryons. I am sure you will be just fine. NEVER pack it in your luggage. Good chance it will be broken when you arrive. Bob I Think it really depends on the flight crew...I had *major* problems with...
by SleepyInChicago
Sun Jan 02, 2011 3:43 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: travel bags
Replies: 4
Views: 3018

Re: travel bags

For plane travel, I use a Pelican Case (1420)..small enough to be 'legal' for carry on with all the airlines. Had a Pelican 1500 but that was too bulky, but would fit the CPAP and humidifier. I am able to fit the machine, mask, cleaning wipes into one case. I also tuck in a copy of the script and TS...