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by emmagoldman44
Sat Nov 10, 2018 11:55 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: CBD (from cannabis) oil and deep sleep
Replies: 49
Views: 9866

Re: CBD (from cannabis) oil and deep sleep

My friend is getting a lot of improved sleep through CBD oil. However, she is a chronic pain patient, so I wonder if some or most of the benefit is caused by the CBD addressing her inflammation & pain, thus allowing her to sleep better. As for me, I tried it a few times, but it didn't do anything fo...
by emmagoldman44
Tue Feb 06, 2018 12:27 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Wisp frame -anyone try to add length in lower arms?
Replies: 4
Views: 492

Re: Wisp frame -anyone try to add length in lower arms?

Thanks very much, Jean, for your thoughtful and detailed response. It is true that altering the frame length of the bottom arms may reduce the stability of the mask cushion. However, there is a chance that it may not and if it does, hopefully it would only affect the lower portion of the mask. It is...
by emmagoldman44
Mon Feb 05, 2018 2:21 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: tired with dreamware
Replies: 2
Views: 421

Re: tired with dreamware

I recently tried using my dreamwear with the heated tubing and it was miserable because of the extra weight of that tubing, so I went back to the good ole standard tubing. One question is how often are you waking up and why? if there are specific things about the dreamwear that make you uncomfortabl...
by emmagoldman44
Mon Feb 05, 2018 2:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Wisp frame -anyone try to add length in lower arms?
Replies: 4
Views: 492

Wisp frame -anyone try to add length in lower arms?

I was so happy when I tried the Wisp - the only nasal mask that didn't leak, perhaps due to its smaller size. The only flaw was that it was too uncomfortable because the lower arm of the mask frame put the position of the lower strap so that no matter what I did, it inevitably crept upward and mashe...
by emmagoldman44
Sun Jan 21, 2018 12:32 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Full bearded guy. Tried p10, pilario Q, airfit 10, mirage q.
Replies: 28
Views: 8175

Re: Full bearded guy. Tried p10, pilario Q, airfit 10, mirage q.

I have one idea for you as far as the leaks from your FFM. There is a silicone-type product I have used that somewhat improves the seal of my nasal mask, that is specifically sold to improve the seals around scuba masks... naturally, I found out about that on this forum! I am a woman and do not have...
by emmagoldman44
Sun Jan 21, 2018 12:20 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Insomnia is ruining my life, cpap is not helping
Replies: 13
Views: 6063

Re: Insomnia is ruining my life, cpap is not helping

If you have coverage, I would recommend you go to a sleep disorders clinic where a sleep doctor can go over your case with you individually. I have sleep problems as well and also knew a lot about it, but learned still more from the sleep specialist. Also, did you have a sleep study in the recent pa...
by emmagoldman44
Sun Jan 14, 2018 6:39 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Gel Nasal Pillow Cleaning
Replies: 7
Views: 1269

Re: Gel Nasal Pillow Cleaning

Hi Mike, I recently started using the nuance pro, am a little concerned to hear you say that they only last 2 months... For better or worse, since you asked, here is my cleaning method: After using mild, nonperfumed castile type soap, I rinse them well. Then I give a final rinse with dechlorinated w...
by emmagoldman44
Fri Dec 08, 2017 4:03 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Thinking of getting Dreamwear mask
Replies: 23
Views: 11550

Re: Thinking of getting Dreamwear mask

2 more things about improving the outcome for the Dreamwear mask: 1- the seal at the nostrils was noticeably better when after lying down, I used a mirror to seat each pillow very precisely in each nostril. Often go for hours with zero leakage - sleeping on back. Once you start moving your head, the...
by emmagoldman44
Fri Oct 27, 2017 5:18 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Thinking of getting Dreamwear mask
Replies: 23
Views: 11550

Re: Thinking of getting Dreamwear mask

Rica Lynn: I have the same problem with the P10 med being the right size but the air holes too small. it worked for me to snip off a very thin strip from the bottom of the opening, enlarging it just enough to breathe comfortably. Having very small and sharp scissors is a must ( i found them on a swi...
by emmagoldman44
Fri Oct 27, 2017 5:02 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Did I make a Mistake with Air Sense 10 for Her?
Replies: 42
Views: 4930

Re: Did I make a Mistake with Air Sense 10 for Her?

Hi Luthie, It seems like your issue is resolved by now, but I thought I would post about my experience with the for her model anyway. The main reason I got it was because of the advertised more "breath-by-breath" responsiveness that I hoped would lead to increasing pressure more effectively to abort...
by emmagoldman44
Sun Oct 01, 2017 5:29 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Can't solve leaks, despair setting in, could use ideas
Replies: 13
Views: 2586

Re: Can't solve leaks, despair setting in, could use ideas

Wow, LSAT, thanks for mentioning the EPR. I was confused! It used to be on 2, then somehow I thought I was reducing pressure to change it to a 1. I am going to put it back on 2. However, I don't think it comes into play with my problem with the Dreamwear pillows small size, since I felt the exhale r...
by emmagoldman44
Sun Oct 01, 2017 3:58 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Can't solve leaks, despair setting in, could use ideas
Replies: 13
Views: 2586

Can't solve leaks, despair setting in, could use ideas

It's been over a year on Apap and I am still not sleeping well most of the time. My current leakage problems is causing sleep deprivation problems that are causing me to be seriously depressed, barely functional and crying on & off most days. Eyes red & sore - I keep a water spray bottle at my bedsi...
by emmagoldman44
Sun Oct 01, 2017 2:20 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Did I make a Mistake with Air Sense 10 for Her?
Replies: 42
Views: 4930

Re: Did I make a Mistake with Air Sense 10 for Her?

Hi Luthie, I am a Autoset 10 user and will be getting a "for Her" version in a few days, so I will be sure to report in to you. One question I have is, do you have any chemical sensitivities at all? If you are now using a new machine esp w new hosing, the plastic offgassing could be irritating your ...
by emmagoldman44
Tue Jul 25, 2017 11:22 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Why did my nasal pillows start leaking & what to do about it
Replies: 6
Views: 2454

Re: Why did my nasal pillows start leaking & what to do about it

Thanks Pugsy & kteague for the suggestion about the loose headgear. That might be a factor. Sadly, I pulled and stretched the headgear intentionally because it kept getting so brutally uncomfortable to have the pillows smashed up into my nose. I think I have a larger than average head for a woman. W...
by emmagoldman44
Tue Jul 25, 2017 12:33 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Why did my nasal pillows start leaking & what to do about it
Replies: 6
Views: 2454

Why did my nasal pillows start leaking & what to do about it

I've been using AirFit P10 For Her Nasal Pillows for over 6 months. After an initial period of adjustment, I was quite happy that I didn't have the leakage problems that I had with the FFM and nasal masks. When I started getting leaks and getting woken up from that, I figured it was time to replace ...