I use the barrel cozy and strap covers for Swift FX and they make a big difference for me. I can't stand the feel of the plastic against my face; the mask is now much more comfortable. I also don't get red marks on my cheeks anymore. The strap covers do add some bulk, but are very soft.

Thank you, Pugsy, for your offer of help. I must have done something temporary to the machine. The heated tube has been working fine. Obviously a senior moment! Which I will try not to repeat!

Happy Thanksgiving to all. May you all have many blessings to be thankful for.

First, thank you to all of you! I've learned so much from reading all the advice and information here. I've been using cpap for a few months, and the most important advice I got here was to hang in there. I finally have a nasal pillow mask that I can sleep with - Swift fx. I have a system one respir...