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by Insomnis
Fri Feb 08, 2013 6:20 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: feel like giving up on cpap... Update!
Replies: 38
Views: 3570

Re: feel like giving up on cpap

They didnt send a climateline hose for me. And I have tried the nasal pillow but cant breath through my nose very good. But with this mask I feel like my nose is totally pinched. Is that normal? Make sure you're not over tightening the mask. I made that mistake, and it made my nose sore for days. I...
by Insomnis
Fri Feb 08, 2013 6:14 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Irritated nasal passages--constant sneezing, runny nose
Replies: 3
Views: 1889

Re: Irritated nasal passages--constant sneezing, runny nose

I have the Resmed S9 too using the nasal mask, and have had this problem as well. In my case, I think I have the moisture up to high. It's currently set on 3.5. I'll turn it down to 3 and see what happens.
by Insomnis
Fri Feb 08, 2013 11:34 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Can't afford sleep study
Replies: 43
Views: 14282

Re: Can't afford sleep study

I have to join the recommendations that you negotiate the cost of the study. In some cases (at least here in central Nebraska) you can apply for help in paying for the study. Depending on your income, they may pay for most or all of the cost of the study. IMO, this is your best option because you ge...
by Insomnis
Thu Feb 07, 2013 10:47 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbie would like to hear success stories, please.
Replies: 772
Views: 4638462

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

Hello. I'm new to the forum. In fact, this is my first post. I was diagnosed with central sleep apnea about three weeks ago and have been on a bipap for that long. Before this treatment I used to have a lot of (what I call) 'noise' in my head. incomplete thoughts, mind racing, unable to concentrate ...