Eye Problems with Mask
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				rejoicem56
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Eye Problems with Mask
I have been using a cpap for about 3 1/2 months. I have been having running eyes since I started ,use a full face mask any idea about how to stop this. Thanks, Melinda,rejoicem56  
			
			
									
									
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				NeurosurgeryNP
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Re: Eye Problems with Mask
Are you having any air leaks near the eyes?  If I have air leaks, this happens to me too.  If this is the case, you may be tightening the mask too tight or too loose - too tight can cause leaks too!
			
			
									
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				rejoicem56
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Re: Eye Problems with Mask
Yes I do have problems with leaks I am still trying to work out the leaks issues. But I even have days that it seems like my vision is not clear when I first get up . So I thought I would ask in here since so many people come on line. Thanks for any ideas. Melinda 
			
			
									
									
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Re: Eye Problems with Mask
You can also try lowering the mask a wee bit on the bridge of your nose.  If I have mine up too high, near my eyes, it leaks badly.  Don't know if this will work for you.
			
			
									
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				rejoicem56
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Re: Eye Problems with Mask
Thanks any tip is worth a try since this is a life long thing now. Who knew at 56 getting hosed would take on a whole new meaning lol . Melinda The old joke up  your nose with a rubber hose is kind of our lives lol   But if it addes years then great so be it.