Struggling to breathe

General Discussion on any topic relating to CPAP and/or Sleep Apnea.
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Snorky
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Struggling to breathe

Post by Snorky » Fri Jun 11, 2021 11:17 pm

I have been using the Aloha Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask by RespCare for many months and and am very happy with it. However, I thought I would try out the ResMed AirFit P30i as I like the design (integrated tube). The problem is I feel like I am not getting enough pressure: my inhale doesn't feel like it is supported enough. This is preventing me from falling asleep.

Has anyone else had a problem with this mask? Any advice? Should I increase the pressure settings on my APAP?

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Re: Struggling to breathe

Post by Pugsy » Fri Jun 11, 2021 11:42 pm

What are your current settings now?
Using ramp?
Using any exhale relief? If so, what setting?

Different masks can make it feel like not enough air is moving when compare to another mask that we might have used for a long time especially at the lower pressure settings.
I would probably increase my starting pressure if it were me and I was having these feelings. Sometimes a small change can make a huge difference.

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