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by #1 Jets Fan
Mon Apr 09, 2012 1:01 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: [OT] Should I stop eating Wheat ??
Replies: 81
Views: 13072

Re: [OT] Should I stop eating Wheat ??

Someone mentioned Dreamfield pasta.....is it really safe for a diabetic to eat Dreamfield? I read that it was a scam product. Not sure what to do, as I love my pasta
by #1 Jets Fan
Wed Aug 17, 2011 7:04 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Apologies if this has been asked before, but
Replies: 12
Views: 2315

Re: Apologies if this has been asked before, but

Sheriff, looks like you Texans beat us fair and square on Monday night. However, everyone in my family bleeds Gang Green, so watch this space!! Enjoy the upcoming season! GO JETS!! AHI numbers are consistently below 4, and other than some mask lines in my face (which I wear proudly) I feel wonderful...
by #1 Jets Fan
Thu Aug 11, 2011 9:44 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Nobody Can top Me!!
Replies: 28
Views: 7474

Re: Nobody Can top Me!!

I spent a week wondering why my AHI numbers were rising so rapidly. In desparation, I took out all instructions and re-read everything. Seems I had begun to put on my mask upside down for no obvious reason. Once I began to use my mask properly, the numbers dropped as rapidly as they had risen!!!
by #1 Jets Fan
Wed Aug 10, 2011 8:47 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Apologies if this has been asked before, but
Replies: 12
Views: 2315

Re: Apologies if this has been asked before, but

Latest A1C is 6.8% (down from 7.4), and I have been told the original spike may have been induced by prednisone I was prescribed for very nasty head cold/infections in early January. I will be tested again in Late September to ensure the trend downward is permanent. AHI 30-day average is down to 2.9...
by #1 Jets Fan
Fri Jul 29, 2011 11:41 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbie would like to hear success stories, please.
Replies: 770
Views: 4374335

Re: Newbie would like to hear success stories, please.

I've been on CPAP since May 5, and my AHI now averages 3.4!!! Blood pressure has come down considerably. Overall, I feel better and my colleagues tell me I look "refreshed"! A friend just started on CPAP and she complains that she cannot spend all night on it. I'm begging her to hang in there, becau...
by #1 Jets Fan
Thu Jul 21, 2011 9:02 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Apologies if this has been asked before, but
Replies: 12
Views: 2315

Apologies if this has been asked before, but

Can undiagnosed severe OSA cause abnormal readings in blood work, especially sugar? In April, my GP told me that my ACI (?) was creeping up over the last year, and in April it was 7.4, which is too high. I was diagnosed in March with severe OSA and started CPAP on May 5. Told my GP that before he to...
by #1 Jets Fan
Sat Jul 09, 2011 6:38 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: How often do you conciously wake up each night?
Replies: 38
Views: 8678

Re: How often do you conciously wake up each night?

Only once a night to use the bathroom (due to medication I'm on). Before CPAP I can remember awaking every two hours and noting the time on my clock.
by #1 Jets Fan
Fri Jul 01, 2011 10:57 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Should I be concerned?
Replies: 6
Views: 1620

Re: Should I be concerned?

Well, the mystery was solved. I discovered that, for some unexplained reason, I was wearing the nasal pillow incorrectly. Straps that should have been behind my head were across the top, and vice versa! LOL!!!! What a difference a week makes. AHI 7-day average is back down to 4.5 AHA 30-day average ...
by #1 Jets Fan
Thu Jun 16, 2011 9:11 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Should I be concerned?
Replies: 6
Views: 1620

Re: Should I be concerned?

Robysue, I actually DID have 2 very bad nights. I actually awoke knowing it was a bad night, and when I checked the screen after breakfast, I noticed that the AHI 7-Day average jumped from the previous day's 3.8 to 8.0!! My position was all wrong and the mask was not positioned properly. I'm going t...
by #1 Jets Fan
Thu Jun 16, 2011 7:08 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Should I be concerned?
Replies: 6
Views: 1620

Re: Should I be concerned?

I only look at the screen which gives me the 7-Day and 30-Day average. I do not own any software and review the averages on my equipment. I did suffer from hip pain (too much Zumba!) during the last 4 nights and had to sleep a bit awkwardly. Also, my husband and I have to go pillow shopping soon, be...
by #1 Jets Fan
Thu Jun 16, 2011 6:39 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Should I be concerned?
Replies: 6
Views: 1620

Should I be concerned?

I started my therapy on May 5 (6 weeks ago). Pressure is 9, and humidifier is set to 3. Last week, my 7-day average AHI was down to 3.8. As of this morning, it has creeped up to 8.4. I was really frightened the other night, as I woke myself up snoring for the first time in 6 weeks after falling asle...
by #1 Jets Fan
Mon Jun 06, 2011 1:16 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: The Daily Blowdown
Replies: 175
Views: 48995

Re: The Daily Blowdown

Hi there!

Been on therapy for 32 days. Average AHI is 3.8. I'm thrilled (my sleep study results averaged 67!).

No weight loss yet, but I am feeling better every day.

Thanks to everyone for being here for me!
by #1 Jets Fan
Thu May 26, 2011 6:55 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: A brand newbie
Replies: 44
Views: 8802

Re: A brand newbie

Welcome!

I'm a newbie here also. This group is so helpful, and you will not feel alone! Been on CPAP since May 5, 2011, and I'm doing well.
by #1 Jets Fan
Wed May 25, 2011 8:13 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbie on CPAP for 2 Weeks and Confused...
Replies: 14
Views: 3148

Re: Newbie on CPAP for 2 Weeks and Confused...

I feel confident that I'm moving in the right direction!


Thank you again!
by #1 Jets Fan
Wed May 25, 2011 6:30 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbie on CPAP for 2 Weeks and Confused...
Replies: 14
Views: 3148

Re: Newbie on CPAP for 2 Weeks and Confused...

I used the instructions to find some "INFO" on my CPAP use so far. No Leaks No Periodic Breathing(?) AHI 7-day average=4.4 30-Day average=5.7 (only used for 19 nights to date) Average 7 hours/night on machine Is is OK to expect the AHI will get better with CPAP usage? I'm reading that you should ide...