REMstar pro 2 with c-flex CPAP System For Sale

electrikn · Post by **electrikn** » Sun Apr 01, 2007 9:54 pm

This Machine is a REMstar pro 2 with c-flex CPAP System and it has a was used about 6 hours total. It comes with a REMstar heated humidifier, It has a Comfort Full Face Mask with head gear and a Ultra Mirage Full Nasal Mask. All of the original extra parts and supplies are including, several filters and an extra grummet for humidifier. It was cleaned and disinfected after it was used. I will consider any reasonable offer because I couldn't use it more than an hour strait and it is sitting in the closet. Anyone who needs a very good machine without the big price tag will do well to purchase this machine. Thank You, Sincerely, jerry b baker <><

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 6:05 am

That's a good machine, Jerry. Why couldn't you use it?
There's lots of people that think they "can't" to this therapy.....then they come to this forum and discover the reasons they've been having problems....and then give it another try. Sleep apnea can/will kill you.

Den

tangents · Post by **tangents** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 6:31 am

I agree with Den, Jerry. I couldn't buy a machine from someone who needed it for their health. Post your questions and issues on this forum, and let the people here help you. We're all in this together. Good luck, Cathy

tangents · Post by **tangents** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 6:59 am

Jerry,

What are you going to do about your apnea? You CANNOT go without treatment for it, or it will cause irreversible harm to your body.

Six hours is NOT ENOUGH time to have tried this therapy. You have two different masks, but I see that they are both full face masks. Have you considered trying nasal pillows, like the Twilight NP? If your issue is claustrophobia, this may be the answer. If you breathe through your mouth, others on the forum have suggested tape or polygrip to seal your lips.

Your machine can be set to ramp up in pressure, so that you can get used to the feeling while you're drifting off to sleep.

I'm still very new to CPAP, so I'm sure that some of the others will chime in and offer their advice. PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP.

brackstone · Post by **brackstone** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 7:24 am

Jerry,

It can be very tough but you have to stick with it. There are many MANY different kinds of machines. and it took me a while to find the right combo of machine / mask / humidifier before I could actually goto sleep.

I would urge you not to give up as Sleep Apnea will either kill you one night or you will die from the damage it does to your body over time.

Slinky · Post by **Slinky** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 7:47 am

If you told us why you can't use the Pro CPAP maybe we could offer you some advice that WILL help you come to terms and make peace w/it.

I had a rough 30+ nights w/CPAP at first, but its finally been worth the battle.

Have you discussed your problems w/your sleep doctor? Often they can be very helpful. If you've discussed your problems w/the DME and they weren't interested or helpful that doesn't come as too much of a surprise but your sleep lab and sleep doctor can go to bat for you w/the DME if they are the problem. My DME is a sheister and w/o my sleep lab and sleep doctor I'm sure I would have given up. If you bought online all the more reason to turn to your sleep lab/doctor for assistance!

And if THEY can't or won't help, there's still those of us on the forum who DO CARE and WILL help for you to turn to!

Tangents made a good suggestion if your problem is w/the full face mask.You might want to consider the ComfortLite 2. It comes w/both nasal pillows AND a simple nasal cushion so it can be like getting two masks in one to try out. Plus it also comes in two sizes. All in one package. I like the CL2 very much.

Proper fitting of the mask is also important. Most of us newbies tend to tighten and tighten and tighten to avoid leaks. Often your sleep lab will help you out w/a loaner mask so that you canf find one that works for you w/o having to purchase each one you try until you find a good fit. And often the sleep lab will help you w/fitting it too. My sleep lab MANAGER is better at fitting a mask than the RT at my DME's!!!

Try fitting your mask sitting up w/your Pro running at your set pressure. That fills the mask w/air to help w/the fitting. Don't fret too much if you still have a small leak while sitting. Now lay down on your back, still w/the Pro running. Make any further fitting adjustments you need. Twitch your nose a few times and raise and lower your eyebrows a few times. The fit should be comfortable, not too tight. If still a small leak, pull the mask away from your face enough to let it fill w/air again w/o undoing or making any more adjustments to the headgear. Do the nose & eybrow twitches again a few times. If you are a side or tummy sleeper, roll to those positions too and make minor adjustments as suggested above in those positions too. Read the literature that came w/your masks so you are aware of all the adjustment areas available w/that mask. My understanding is that there are usually always some small leaks w/a full face mask. I've never used one so I don't know that for a fact. Just NEVER tolerate or put up w/a leak, no matter how small, around the eyes.

Hang in there w/CPAP therapy and with us here in the forum and we'll get you thru this IF you WANT CPAP therapy to work for you. Just be sure you understand the ramifications of NOT being compliant w/therapy and the damage that sleep apnea does to your body over the long haul. Don't wait to be compliant w/sleep apnea therapy until you have high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke or whatever.

electrikn · Post by **electrikn** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 8:09 am

I want to thank you all for your concern but the cpap has been in my closet for too long! I am a christian so I'm not worried about dying because I have eternal life. I depend on the Lord Jesus for my very breath. I just thought someone out there might need the machine instead of it sitting in my closet until it becomes obsolete and I am willing to sell it for a couple of hundred bucks. God Bless You All, Sincerely, jerry b baker <><

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 8:46 am

Jerry,

Do you drive? If you kill someone with your vehicle, that wouldn't be a very "Christian" thing to do, now, would it? If you survived an accident like that, you could be sitting in prison for a very long time for motor vehicle homicide when they find out you were non-compliant with your therapy. There was a recent incident in the news in Kansas/Nebraska where a truck driver had not been using his machine and killed someone in an accident.....I think that event is still being prosecuted.

Have children?.....grandchildren? Don't count on being around to watch them grow up.
A spouse? Don't count on a long life together.

You want to hide behind "RELIGION" as an excuse to not TRY this therapy?
You're a hypocrite!

Den

bearcatx16 · Post by **bearcatx16** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 10:16 am

Greetings Jerry:

I came to this post out of curiosity and started reading with the intent to read only, as I am new to this forum but have had an xPAP machine since June of 06. Spent all summer sitting around the house with the mask on and the machine on a low setting trying to get used to it. It took me 3 tries for a tritation (sp) but I was finally able to complete a study the end of Sept and get the settings that I needed to start treatment. It has been a struggle for me since Oct and I am just now getting to the point where I spend a full night sleeping at the end of the hose and I am starting to feel good and energetic again.

The reason I responded:

I two am a Christian and have placed my faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. I am prepared to meet my Maker but I am not going to give in over OSA, something that I can try and do something about. God didn't say he would always take care of us and that there wouldn't be any hills to climb. He did say that He would help us climb those hills. I want to enjoy my 5 yr old Granddaughter, pictures available for those who want to see her , and I think God has placed me here for service to Him and not to be a burden on Him having to take care of me. I encourage you to spend more time in prayer and bible study seeking God and His strength to help fight the battles you have.

My prayers and thougts are with you.

Semper Fi!

In Christ and His Love,

Fred

Slinky · Post by **Slinky** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 11:08 am

God helps those who help themselves. But, if you are determined ... it is very kind of you to offer this machine at such a reasonable price to someone who needs one and can't afford the prices.

Why not contact A.W.A.K.E They are an organization that one of the purposes is to assist those who need CPAP but have no insurance and can't afford one.

Lyza · Post by **Lyza** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 12:20 pm

stop wasting your time folks. He's probably not even a true papper...

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He's just here to sell stuff....

electrikn · Post by **electrikn** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 12:21 pm

Dear Den,
I have many other health problems that come from an accident I had while on a commercial airliner in July of 2001. I had an electrical contracting business and because I had no personal insurance I had to pay out every dime until I was bankrupt from the medical bills. I still will Praise Jesus because He is good to me no matter what life sends my way. At this point I have very little income so I can't afford to go to a sleep doctor! I wanted for this machine to be used instead of sitting in my closet not doing anyone any good. I had one person tell me about A.W.A.K.E. so I will check with them to see if anyone can use this machine. If this is hidding behind my religion then I guess I will continue to do so until I find someone who will benefit from my evil heart. God Bless You Wulfman, sincerely, jerry b baker <><

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 12:52 pm

electrikn wrote:Dear Den,
I have many other health problems that come from an accident I had while on a commercial airliner in July of 2001. I had an electrical contracting business and because I had no personal insurance I had to pay out every dime until I was bankrupt from the medical bills. I still will Praise Jesus because He is good to me no matter what life sends my way. At this point I have very little income so I can't afford to go to a sleep doctor! I wanted for this machine to be used instead of sitting in my closet not doing anyone any good. I had one person tell me about A.W.A.K.E. so I will check with them to see if anyone can use this machine. If this is hidding behind my religion then I guess I will continue to do so until I find someone who will benefit from my evil heart. God Bless You Wulfman, sincerely, jerry b baker <><

Jerry,

Nobody said you had an "evil heart". It's just frustrating for us (to say the least) to see somebody giving up before they've even started. Our heart goes out to you for the injuries you sustained in the past, but as many here can attest to, the increased oxygen during the night has helped heal many of the afflictions we had.

We all wish you good health. Please give it another try. We'll all be glad to help you.

Den

Bamalady · Post by **Bamalady** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 1:53 pm

At this point I have very little income so I can't afford to go to a sleep doctor!

electrikn ...... if you read the posts here, you will find that many of us don't find our Sleep Dr.s particularly helpful anyway. What do you need to restart your treatment?

rotoplooker · Post by **rotoplooker** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 4:23 pm

can we not bring religion into it...oh and...

can't we all just get along?

Roto

REMstar pro 2 with c-flex CPAP System For Sale

REMstar pro 2 with c-flex CPAP System For Sale

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