So if it is, in fact, an issue of air leaking into my eye sockets, what can be done about it, if anything? Am I screwed?Catnapper wrote:I hate to differ with a doctor, but my ENT said it is absolutely possible for air to go from the nose into the eyes. I have that problem, and if you search, you will find reports here of others who do also.
This isn't really working too well for me.
Re: eyes and nose
And while I was at it I clicke on "show next image" and got this:
https://www.cpap.com/viewImage.php?PNum ... e_Side.jpg
And this:
https://www.cpap.com/viewImage.php?PNum ... k_Cpap.jpg
Impressive how that guy can sleep in broad day light...
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https://www.cpap.com/viewImage.php?PNum ... e_Side.jpg
And this:
https://www.cpap.com/viewImage.php?PNum ... k_Cpap.jpg
Impressive how that guy can sleep in broad day light...
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eyes
tarzan,
There is a procedure where the eye doctor can plug the tear ducts. They do that sometimes to treat dry eyes. I have heard they first do a reversible procedure to see how it works for you, and then they can use something like super glue to make it more permanent. I have not even considered having that done.
There are drops for treating eyes that are irritated. Maybe your eye doctor will have some suggestions.
I just live with it, but I do use prescription eye drops. It is really annoying.
If it is the mask leak, I have read that some people will put on an eye mask before putting on the cpap mask to protect the eyes. Yet one more thing to do before sleeping. You could test that to see if it helps you.
Catnapper
There is a procedure where the eye doctor can plug the tear ducts. They do that sometimes to treat dry eyes. I have heard they first do a reversible procedure to see how it works for you, and then they can use something like super glue to make it more permanent. I have not even considered having that done.
There are drops for treating eyes that are irritated. Maybe your eye doctor will have some suggestions.
I just live with it, but I do use prescription eye drops. It is really annoying.
If it is the mask leak, I have read that some people will put on an eye mask before putting on the cpap mask to protect the eyes. Yet one more thing to do before sleeping. You could test that to see if it helps you.
Catnapper
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Re: eyes
Already tried using an eye mask. Doesn't help.Catnapper wrote:tarzan,
If it is the mask leak, I have read that some people will put on an eye mask before putting on the cpap mask to protect the eyes. Yet one more thing to do before sleeping. You could test that to see if it helps you.
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Granny
Air in the eyes and gas
Two subjects to cover:
1) As for the "leaks" in the eyes I have read that air can leak through the tear ducts, strange as it sounds. That's the only good explanation I have heard.
2) Excess gas for some CPAP users may be exacerbated by a hiatal hernia. The flap that is supposed to prevent stomach acid from splashing into the esophagus is weak and also allows air to flow directly into the stomach, hence that bloating feeling.
Question for all...Does anyone know whether a heated humidifier reduces the gas problem? Am just about to throw in the towel.
1) As for the "leaks" in the eyes I have read that air can leak through the tear ducts, strange as it sounds. That's the only good explanation I have heard.
2) Excess gas for some CPAP users may be exacerbated by a hiatal hernia. The flap that is supposed to prevent stomach acid from splashing into the esophagus is weak and also allows air to flow directly into the stomach, hence that bloating feeling.
Question for all...Does anyone know whether a heated humidifier reduces the gas problem? Am just about to throw in the towel.