I am one of those people who is always searching for the "holy grail" in CPAP masks. I have been on CPAP for about 6 years now, and I do believe that the masks have come a long way in those years. When I first began, there were so many problems with pressure spots on my nose, and with leaks from nas...

Dry mouth can be caused from medications too, especially blood pressure meds. And, I read that if you take 3 or more medications, you have a very high chance of dry mouth. Unfortunately, I suffer from it too, and I use mouth wetting lozenges before I go to sleep, but still wake up with dry mouth. To...

When I had the ResMed 9 machine, my cat would frequently turn it off. I took a cap from a prescription bottle and some duct tape, and put it over the on button. I only taped it on the back of the cap to the machine, so I could easily lift the cap to turn it on and off. Now I have the ResMed 10, with...

I will never get 100 points because I have 1 potty break every night. (Before the sleep apnea machine I had a potty break every 2 hours!) I just don't thinks it's fair to get docked for that. I turn off the machine and just unhook the hose, leaving the mask on. Laughed out loud when I saw the post a...

I use the Dreamwear mask, alternately with the Nuance Pro. It's my favorite mask. I've never had it slip off a nostril, but sometimes I have to tighten the headgear for a good seal. I too would suggest she try the next size cushion. As for the exhaust vent, I wish the company would come up with a be...

I recently got the new AirSense machine too. I think I know what you're talking about. I ended up turning off the Smart Start, and the ramp too. Then it was fine.

I have a Resmed S9 Autoset. When I began therapy, it was set to the pressure of 11. A couple of years ago, in talking to someone on CPAP for a long time, he said he changed to the adjustable pressure and loved it. I took my machine in and had the clinician change mine. I too love it. Seldom do I eve...

Actually, my DME has a fairly large showroom. And, they have a large stash of "used" masks. They use the used ones to try on customers so they can see if they fit well and they like them. After a few swaps, she just gave me a bunch to try out for a weekend, and then make my choice and bring back the...

When I heard the results of my sleep study, 4 years ago, it was scary. The thought of not using the equipment was not an option for me. I did not want to stop breathing. It was quite an adjustment having to wear stuff over my nose to breathe through, and another adjustment to keep my mouth closed. I...

After the 1st year of using it and being compliant with the requirements, the machine was mine. As others have said, the current top two, I believe are the Resmed S10 autoset and the Philips Resperonics Dream Station. In recommending a full face mask, I recently got an Airfit F10. I really like it. ...

I've been on cpap for over 4 years now, and I wasn't able to use the pillows for a long time. Recently I've finally had success with them, especially the Nuance Pro pillows. I know the feeling that you're having with feeling not being able to breathe out. Firstly, on my machine (Resmed S9), you have...

Just a follow-up to my original topic. I got a P10 for her on eBay, and I've used it for a few nights so far. I really love it! The pillows seems to fit so much better than the Nuance. And, the way it's designed, it doesn't seem to move when I turn from side to side. The actual pillows part do not t...

Can you tell me how they compare? Why you like the P10 better? Thanks.

I'm a side sleeper, and very restless. I do a lot of turning over during the night. I have tried a lot of different masks, and the one that seems to stay put and is pretty comfortable is the N10. It comes with several different size cushions too. It's a Redmed mask, and it's a nasal mask. I see you'...

I see that many of you use the P10 mask. I had planned to try that one next. I have the N10, and thought the P10 would be nice with the minimal headgear. I'd been alternating between the N10 and the Dreamwear. I thought I loved the Dreamwear, but realized that I'm adjusting it a lot during the night...