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by newtoCPAP2018
Sun Mar 03, 2019 10:14 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: dream ware nasal cushions
Replies: 3
Views: 428

dream ware nasal cushions

I have the dream wear nasal cushions for a female with the two stretchy bands in the back. I just can't seem to keep this on my head all night! It falls off each night! I have tightened as much as I can. Any suggestions? Anyone else have this problem?
by newtoCPAP2018
Tue Jun 12, 2018 7:49 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: is the tubing a universal fit?
Replies: 1
Views: 4347

is the tubing a universal fit?

Are hoses interchangeable to different manufacturers of machines like it is a universal size, or is it a certain fit for each one? If I have a Remstar machine, do I need to have a tube for that model or would it also fit on a Dreamstation? I am equating this to how my iPhone8 charger will not fit an...
by newtoCPAP2018
Tue Jun 12, 2018 7:19 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Determining CPAP/BIPAP/APAP
Replies: 2
Views: 4373

Determining CPAP/BIPAP/APAP

The sleep study technician told me they use a standard CPAP machine ( Phillips Dream station) for the test. How is it determined if I needed the BIPAP or APAP? Is it based on how "well" I do on the CPAP during the study? I am researching as much as I can and I came across these terms and I am just t...
by newtoCPAP2018
Tue Jun 12, 2018 5:58 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: portable machine
Replies: 4
Views: 4886

portable machine

A colleague has the CPAP and was telling me about this portable one he has that he brings with him on vacations. Can you tell me how does that work? Is it as effective, strong enough? Do you set the machine air level on your own or do you need to bring it in to a specialist to do it prior to using i...
by newtoCPAP2018
Mon Jun 11, 2018 4:44 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: anxiety to masks and the forced air
Replies: 23
Views: 12217

Re: anxiety to masks and the forced air

I do appreciate all the insight, but I am not talking about getting used to it in MY home- a few minutes each day; I am referring to putting this one with the air AT THE SLEEP STUDY! It is not like I can rent an air machine and watch TV with it. ( I wish!!) How do I get over that? I will ask about a...
by newtoCPAP2018
Mon Jun 11, 2018 4:32 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: anxiety to masks and the forced air
Replies: 23
Views: 12217

Re: anxiety to masks and the forced air

I already have the oral appliance.. trust me I tried that first! It is not working ( I still snore) and I have it the maximum line, pulling my jaw forward. It is also causing my teeth to shift and I now have TMJ. My ENT's ( two of them ) said due to the structure of my palate and tongue, I am not a ...
by newtoCPAP2018
Mon Jun 11, 2018 4:28 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: anxiety to masks and the forced air
Replies: 23
Views: 12217

Re: anxiety to masks and the forced air

I do not have the machine to do this YET so I can't "play around" with anything. In order for insurance to let me get it, I have to have the sleep study which requires this air in my face. See my conundrum?
by newtoCPAP2018
Mon Jun 11, 2018 12:38 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: anxiety to masks and the forced air
Replies: 23
Views: 12217

anxiety to masks and the forced air

I had a sleep study which shows apnea and the recommendation is to have another sleep study with the mask. The problem is I am fearful of masks and air in my face. I understand this is an irrational fear/anxiety. After much procrastination, I went to acclimated to the mask and it was a nightmare. Th...