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by tennisgrl34
Mon Jun 02, 2014 11:47 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: CPAP sleep issues & Metabolism
Replies: 5
Views: 1096

Re: CPAP sleep issues & Metabolism

My pressure is set currently at 12. I have the ResMed S8 Series II with the humidifier attachment. My machine will not allow me to use the heated coils, as my doctor did suggest, so I am working on getting a new machine. I use the pillow mask by mirage swift. I have to use the humidifier or I feel s...
by tennisgrl34
Mon Jun 02, 2014 2:19 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Hi- new here / couple questions on next steps
Replies: 4
Views: 707

Re: Hi- new here / couple questions on next steps

I think going thru a DME is helpful because they will manage your care the entire time & if you have any issues or concerns, you can ask the specialists. It also is helpful when you are new because I think everything seems a little overwhelming. The masks are hard to decide on too & if you are new, ...
by tennisgrl34
Mon Jun 02, 2014 2:11 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: CPAP sleep issues & Metabolism
Replies: 5
Views: 1096

CPAP sleep issues & Metabolism

I've had CPAP issues for close to 10 years now, my pressure has been adjusted several times over that time period. Most of the time what triggers a change in pressure is how I start to feel, very tired, gaining weight etc. I wondered if others have trouble with their metabolism & gaining weight when...