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by Sleepless in DC
Tue Aug 11, 2020 11:41 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: does a mask liner ruin the AHI and mask fit readouts?
Replies: 8
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Re: does a mask liner ruin the AHI and mask fit readouts?

Yes and yes. I have a work-from-home pandemic beard. I will shave. And I have never heard of OSCAR, I am somewhat new to this. Thank you!
by Sleepless in DC
Tue Aug 11, 2020 10:13 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: does a mask liner ruin the AHI and mask fit readouts?
Replies: 8
Views: 1803

Re: does a mask liner ruin the AHI and mask fit readouts?

Thank you, both. I added the equipment information. As I say, it is odd that with the liner it feels to me leaks are much improved - but the data show terrible mask fit. And the AHI below 5 is optimal, I believe.
by Sleepless in DC
Tue Aug 11, 2020 6:23 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: does a mask liner ruin the AHI and mask fit readouts?
Replies: 8
Views: 1803

does a mask liner ruin the AHI and mask fit readouts?

My mask liner from PadaCheek seems to provide a better mask fit, reduce leaks and ease skin irritation. But... the readout says I have low to 0% mask fit. Which is not how it feels. And... my AHI readings are below 5, where they should be. Is the liner simply messing up the readings? Or is there a r...