Nasal Interface Thoughts

k.c.snorzalot · Post by **k.c.snorzalot** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:51 pm

Don't you think that nasal interface units have been around long enough now that they would have invented something to stop those annoying leaks that sometimes happen no matter how well you have your mask adjusted?
I mean, they have Polygrip for denture wearers; so why don't they have something like Nasa-grip, or Snoz-polymer, or Tacky-Nose.
Life's to short to think of serious stuff all the time, so you gotta have fun thinking about stuff sometimes.

sleepyred · Post by **sleepyred** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 2:42 pm

k.c.snorzalot wrote:Don't you think that nasal interface units have been around long enough now that they would have invented something to stop those annoying leaks that sometimes happen no matter how well you have your mask adjusted?
I mean, they have Polygrip for denture wearers; so why don't they have something like Nasa-grip, or Snoz-polymer, or Tacky-Nose.
Life's to short to think of serious stuff all the time, so you gotta have fun thinking about stuff sometimes.

You are too funny! How about booger bonder? Lugey gluey?
Can you tell I have an 11 year old helping me with these?

Who nose what we could come up with -
"No more nose leaks, try booger bonder!"

linda b · Post by **linda b** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 2:42 pm

Something I've always wondered about is: If polygrip holds dentures so well, how do you get them off?

Sleepless on LI · Post by **Sleepless on LI** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 2:51 pm

linda b wrote:Something I've always wondered about is: If polygrip holds dentures so well, how do you get them off?

Here's an idea:

If anyone is up for "adventure," how about trying Polygrip around the outside circumference of your nasal pillows? Hey, I just suggested it; I'm not stupid enough to try it.

sleepyred · Post by **sleepyred** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 3:00 pm

Sleepless on LI wrote:
linda b wrote:Something I've always wondered about is: If polygrip holds dentures so well, how do you get them off?
Here's an idea:

If anyone is up for "adventure," how about trying Polygrip around the outside circumference of your nasal pillows? Hey, I just suggested it; I'm not stupid enough to try it.

Sleepless on LI · Post by **Sleepless on LI** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 3:06 pm

sleepyred wrote:Well, my co-workers have always wanted to see what I look like in my mask!

And if you try this, they may see you in it permanently.

roster · Post by **roster** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 4:05 pm

You are reminding me of Crack Spackle from the Saturday Night Live commercial.

k.c.snorzalot · Post by **k.c.snorzalot** » Wed Apr 12, 2006 8:35 pm

rooster wrote:You are reminding me of Crack Spackle from the Saturday Night Live commercial.

Oh my gosh, someone else remembers that too? I had that in my Windows Media library for a while just as something to give me a good laugh when I needed one.

Tn-Ken · Post by **Tn-Ken** » Thu Apr 13, 2006 6:38 am

This thread is going off the deep end

I hate to interject something serious here but being as how I'm so experienced (all of 3 nights on my machine!!) .......

Last night I tried just a tiny bit of "Bag Balm" on my nose and had virtually no leaks in the night.

For those of you who haven't encountered Bag Balm it's kinda like Vaseline but is manufactured in New England and was supposedly made originally for a balm for cows after milking. My experience is that it will cure anything (and now I can add leaks to nasal pillows!)

In any case it sounds like this might be better than Epoxy

Thanks to all of you for your sense of humor and great advice.

RestInSeattle · Post by **RestInSeattle** » Thu Apr 13, 2006 8:26 am

Tn-Ken wrote:For those of you who haven't encountered Bag Balm it's kinda like Vaseline but is manufactured in New England and was supposedly made originally for a balm for cows after milking. My experience is that it will cure anything (and now I can add leaks to nasal pillows!)

It's for other kinds of "bags" as well I know several mothers that don't bottle feed that were provided this by their health care provider. It's for treating the same problem for these ladies that happens to cows from their calves.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu Apr 13, 2006 10:45 pm

HOW did I EVER miss this? I've been feeling pretty down lately......really bummed out........for me that's very bad........and here you gals come thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!! I was ready to give up and go groom the dog with a toothbrush........keep it coming.......oh, please......

roster · Post by **roster** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 8:03 am

The active ingredients of Bag Balm are 8-Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate 0.3% (Antiseptic) in a Petrolatum and Lanolin base

Offerocker · Post by **Offerocker** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 6:17 pm

rooster wrote:The active ingredients of Bag Balm are 8-Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate 0.3% (Antiseptic) in a Petrolatum and Lanolin base

WOW, I've been pondering the same thing myself! But didn't want to ruin my mask - or face. Will these ingredients interfere with the material in the mask and cause premature breakdown? Hey, we could always try the liquid bubbles, or detergent soap, for checking air leaks??
What a sight!! May as well get some enjoyment from this facial get-up!

3isles · Post by **3isles** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 9:59 pm

well the bag balm thoughts are interesting, I am allergic to it, probably the lanolin (?) as wool also makes me sneeze. And I don't want to mix sneezing with xpap...

meanwhile I was kind of stuck pondering the glue idea...ok really bad pun, I know.

There is a "glue" for diving masks, don't know if it would be safe for all xpap mask materials, but it says its safe for silicone. looks like a glue stick. I asked at the local diving store out of curiosity, but they don't carry it.

http://www.island-scuba.com/c-mask-accessories.html

anyway, here's the blurb:

Marine Sports Mask Seal is specifically designed to improve mask fit without damaging the mask. Solves a variety of fit issues including problems caused by facial hair. A thin layer around the mask skirt can stop the seepage commonly caused by a mustache or beard.

Clear formula, safe for use on silicone, neoprene and PVC masks. Unlike, most greases or waxes it will not deteriorate the mask skirt materials or other equipment it may come in contact with during normal use. Convenient tube for easy application

Cathy

sleepyred · Post by **sleepyred** » Sat Apr 15, 2006 6:03 am

Cathy - you might really be onto something here - any lab rats willing to try this?

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