So Wulfman is right

jum001 · Post by **jum001** » Tue Jan 01, 2008 1:23 pm

I have seen posts saying a properly fitted mask should not cause soreness on the bridge of the nose. Since I and the RT folllowed the instructions to measure with the mouth closed, I just assumed what he said was true for some but not for me. Duh. I have nasal obstructions causing me to mouth breathe. This means my mouth is OPEN, not closed. Using the manufacturer's instructions actually meant an ill fitting mask and a sore nose. Sorry Wulfman. Can't say I will never doubt you again, but it will be a lot less likely.

Julie

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Tue Jan 01, 2008 1:49 pm

jum001 wrote:I have seen posts saying a properly fitted mask should not cause soreness on the bridge of the nose. Since I and the RT folllowed the instructions to measure with the mouth closed, I just assumed what he said was true for some but not for me. Duh. I have nasal obstructions causing me to mouth breathe. This means my mouth is OPEN, not closed. Using the manufacturer's instructions actually meant an ill fitting mask and a sore nose. Sorry Wulfman. Can't say I will never doubt you again, but it will be a lot less likely.

Julie

Julie,

Ummmmm...... I didn't know I had given you cause to doubt me in the first place.

But, in any case, I'm glad to hear that (apparently) you now have a "good-fitting" mask......?

Actually, my situation is somewhat like yours. I had my nose broken in football in high school and even though it was straightened, I think it's been a source for my breathing problems (along with whatever else is up in there that tends to close it off). Almost ANY pressure on the bridge of my nose tends to restrict my breathing......so, I have to keep the top straps loose and my UMFF a little higher, so it doesn't apply any pressure there. That also allows the "flaps" to seal against the upper part of my nose and it works well for me.
That's another reason that I use the pass-over humidity as the cool air shrinks the "whatever" in there and opens up my nasal passages for better breathing when I'm asleep.

Best wishes for a Happy New Year.

Den

Flying_Norseman · Post by **Flying_Norseman** » Tue Jan 01, 2008 1:50 pm

Doubt Wulfman at your peril...

Babette · Post by **Babette** » Tue Jan 01, 2008 8:06 pm

Den said it. I believe it. That settles it.

Words to live by.

Hugs,
Babs

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Tue Jan 01, 2008 8:13 pm

Babette wrote:Den said it. I believe it. That settles it.

Words to live by.

Hugs,
Babs

Flattery will get you "everywhere", Babs.....

Hugs and Happy New Year to you, too.

Den

goose · Post by **goose** » Tue Jan 01, 2008 11:09 pm

Sheesh.....now Den's going to have to invest in a new "hat wardrobe"........

Happy New Year!!!!
cheers
goose

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