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by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 4:27 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Face mask and cheap supplies
Replies: 6
Views: 1396

Re: Face mask and cheap supplies

Thanks for the info. I'll do that. I do have insurance that covers supplies, but not aware of all the details yet.
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 10:09 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Face mask and cheap supplies
Replies: 6
Views: 1396

Re: Face mask and cheap supplies

You're confusing terms - lots of us use a "full face mask" but that's just like a nasal mask that's extended to cover your mouth as well. What I think you're asking is 'does anyone use a 'Total Face Mask" that covers your whole face (or close to it)... and yes, but very few do as they are leaky a l...
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 7:13 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dry cough, stuffed nose
Replies: 11
Views: 2162

Re: Dry cough, stuffed nose

I've been on benicar, taz tia, don't recall any coughs with those, just this one Lisiprol. No way do I want to live with this type of cough.
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 7:05 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dry cough, stuffed nose
Replies: 11
Views: 2162

Re: Dry cough, stuffed nose

You're right but in this case, I'd rather take my chances with not taking this medication when I have these terrible side effects than to keep on taking them. I'll have to go back to the doctor and re-prescribe some better meds. As soon as possible of course.
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 6:58 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: MOUTHPIECE
Replies: 1
Views: 617

MOUTHPIECE

I bought into a mouthpiece, that apparently moves your jaw forward and I instantly knew this wasn't going to work. Waste of 50 bucks. Does anyone know if this really helps anyone?
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 6:52 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Backpacking CPAP machines
Replies: 3
Views: 842

Re: Backpacking CPAP machines

Yea, I was wondering about how CPAP users do hiking with these things. Camping.
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 6:50 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Face mask and cheap supplies
Replies: 6
Views: 1396

Face mask and cheap supplies

I use a mask that covers my nose and mouth. No problem. I was wondering, if anyone uses FULL FACE MASK? Also, was kind of thinking about buying some future supplies, like hoses, masks....ect.....anyone have CHEAP alternatives? Any place outside the U.S. cheaper? I travel for free so going there and ...
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 6:46 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dry cough, stuffed nose
Replies: 11
Views: 2162

Re: Dry cough, stuffed nose

Ok, was wondering if anyone had issues with dry coughing or congestion? I've been using my machine for the past month or so, no problems except for recently, maybe a week ago, had to take mask off because I was coughing and chest was congested. I don't have a fever, not short on breath or physicall...
by aav amphibs
Sun Sep 07, 2014 6:42 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dry cough, stuffed nose
Replies: 11
Views: 2162

Re: Dry cough, stuffed nose

Some alternatives to Lisinopril are Diovan (Valsartan) or Cozaar (Losartan). I tried Lisinopril over nine years ago and had violent coughing.......I've taken both Diovan and am currently on Losartan. No problems with them. I can't begin to tell you how many CPAP users experience the dry cough with ...
by aav amphibs
Sat Sep 06, 2014 1:07 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dry cough, stuffed nose
Replies: 11
Views: 2162

Re: Dry cough, stuffed nose

Ok, was wondering if anyone had issues with dry coughing or congestion? I've been using my machine for the past month or so, no problems except for recently, maybe a week ago, had to take mask off because I was coughing and chest was congested. I don't have a fever, not short on breath or physicall...
by aav amphibs
Sat Sep 06, 2014 12:43 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Dry cough, stuffed nose
Replies: 11
Views: 2162

Dry cough, stuffed nose

Ok, was wondering if anyone had issues with dry coughing or congestion? I've been using my machine for the past month or so, no problems except for recently, maybe a week ago, had to take mask off because I was coughing and chest was congested. I don't have a fever, not short on breath or physically...
by aav amphibs
Thu Jul 31, 2014 6:37 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ticked off a little
Replies: 54
Views: 5450

Re: Ticked off a little

I've got to take it in in two weeks for him to unload data. According to the instructions, I can check some sleep data, don't know how much and all that. Got an alarm, flight mode, altitude adjustment all that crap,. Like a cell phone. I admit I like the size, not very heavy. Can take it traveling w...
by aav amphibs
Thu Jul 31, 2014 3:52 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ticked off a little
Replies: 54
Views: 5450

Re: Ticked off a little

Ok, just got the machine. It's a F%P ICON AutoCpap. Kind of small, just tried it for a while, and it's great. I had to pick it up at 3 and go in to work tonight around 8pm, so I'm not going back to sleep until next morning. But I tried it for around 45 minutes laying down, and absolutely a great fit...
by aav amphibs
Tue Jul 22, 2014 7:22 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ticked off a little
Replies: 54
Views: 5450

Re: Ticked off a little

I can return it in 30 days if not happy with it.
by aav amphibs
Tue Jul 22, 2014 7:20 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: CPAP Dental Problems?
Replies: 39
Views: 20683

Re: CPAP Dental Problems?

I get my dental work done down in El Salvador. 300 bucks for root canal and crown. BOTH for 300 bucks. Each filling 20 bucks. Made several runs there. I work for an airline so It don't cost me anything to fly down. Don't know if this is for you but I won't have it any other day. My dentist days in t...