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by cowgirlzooom
Thu Aug 29, 2013 12:07 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: RE: my humidifier problem
Replies: 21
Views: 4659

Re: RE: my humidifier problem

I will look into rinses, thanks. I had no luck with the sprays. I hope you resolve your issue.
by cowgirlzooom
Wed Aug 28, 2013 7:35 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: RE: my humidifier problem
Replies: 21
Views: 4659

Re: RE: my humidifier problem

I have had the dry sinus issue for over a year. I have not been able to resolve it either. I keep water with a straw next to my bed to sip when I wake up. I have tried Vaseline and vicks in my nose...In fact I use it every night and it still doesnt help much.

Does anyone else have this issue?
by cowgirlzooom
Wed Aug 28, 2013 7:26 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Mask leaks and leak alarm
Replies: 4
Views: 2397

Re: Mask leaks and leak alarm

I used to have your issue and found that changing masks until I could finally tolerate keeping mine on without ripping it off at night, helped. Took a long time...My insurance company was a bit lenient with me about this. My therapist told me that most are pretty nice and understand it is a matter o...
by cowgirlzooom
Wed Aug 28, 2013 7:21 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New User With Some Concerns
Replies: 23
Views: 3063

Re: New User With Some Concerns

If you get in the habit of putting your tongue in a certain position when your mask is on. Sort of, paste your tongue to the roof of your mouth and create a suction so, even if your jaw drops some it stays put, should resolve your issue. I used to use a chin strap and was able to rewire myself and k...
by cowgirlzooom
Wed Aug 28, 2013 3:37 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Hose that will not dry out! Help!
Replies: 25
Views: 25182

Re: Hose that will not dry out! Help!

Attach your hose and turn on your machine...It will be dry in 10 minutes!

Your therapist didn't tell you this?