To all those that offered their wisdom in this forum and beyond... thank you.
Ten years ago, I underwent two sleep studies. I had some difficulty getting to sleep (no surprise) and when I did, the ENT doc stated that I had some apneas, but I did not fit the profile. Two weeks ago I finally followed up with my wife's love and assistance and tonight I start the rest of my life overcoming an AHI of about 60 with a CPAP set to 16.
I appreciate the topics, humor and support that you lend to those who are new and ambivalent about nothing when it comes to sleep. This mixture of being excited about returning to a time of rest energy, yet resisting the loathing of the mask and pressure are quite the experience. My fear of overcoming less than 70% oxygen saturation is overcoming my fear of the mask.
Your information prepared me for my meeting today with a DME tech who finally admitted your sage advice as true once she realized I was informed. This will also lead me to talk to my doc (and be able to provide him with good reasons) to ask for an APAP instead of a CPAP. Your care for those in need of help is a testimony to me and will likely help if there are troubles ahead.
My thanks to all!
Howdy from a Tyro
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Otter's Dad
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Howdy from a Tyro
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Re: Howdy from a Tyro
Welcome to the forum! What is a "Tyro"?
Diagnosed 9/4/07
Sleep Study Titrated to 19 cm H2O
Rotating between Activa and Softgel
11/2/07 RemStar M Series Auto with AFlex 14-17
10/17/08 BiPAP Auto SV 13/13-23, BPM Auto, AHI avg <1
Sleep Study Titrated to 19 cm H2O
Rotating between Activa and Softgel
11/2/07 RemStar M Series Auto with AFlex 14-17
10/17/08 BiPAP Auto SV 13/13-23, BPM Auto, AHI avg <1
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BleepingBeauty
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Re: Howdy from a Tyro
I had the same question.OutaSync wrote:Welcome to the forum! What is a "Tyro"?
And yes, welcome to the forum, Otter's Dad. Keep reading here so you can keep your DME on their toes.
Veni, vidi, Velcro. I came, I saw, I stuck around.
Dx 11/07: AHI 107, central apnea, Cheyne Stokes respiration, moderate-severe O2 desats. (Simple OSA would be too easy.
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PR S1 ASV 950, DreamWear mask, F&P 150 humidifier, O2 @ 2L.
Dx 11/07: AHI 107, central apnea, Cheyne Stokes respiration, moderate-severe O2 desats. (Simple OSA would be too easy.
)PR S1 ASV 950, DreamWear mask, F&P 150 humidifier, O2 @ 2L.
Re: Howdy from a Tyro
Tyro = Novice/Amateur!!OutaSync wrote:Welcome to the forum! What is a "Tyro"?
Welcome Otter's Dad, This is a goo place for a Tyro. Lots of good answers here!!
Jerry
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Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting: "Wow what a ride!"
I still play Cowboys and Bad Guys but now I use real bullets. CAS
I still play Cowboys and Bad Guys but now I use real bullets. CAS
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Otter's Dad
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Re: Howdy from a Tyro
Good shootin' Jerry...
No doubts at this time!
No doubts at this time!
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rested gal
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Re: Howdy from a Tyro
Welcome to the forum, Otters Dad.
Cool avatar picture!
Do please keep us posted on how the "autopap" talk with the doctor goes.
Good luck!
Cool avatar picture!
Do please keep us posted on how the "autopap" talk with the doctor goes.
Good luck!
ResMed S9 VPAP Auto (ASV)
Humidifier: Integrated + Climate Control hose
Mask: Aeiomed Headrest (deconstructed, with homemade straps
3M painters tape over mouth
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Humidifier: Integrated + Climate Control hose
Mask: Aeiomed Headrest (deconstructed, with homemade straps
3M painters tape over mouth
ALL LINKS by rested gal:
viewtopic.php?t=17435
Re: Howdy from a Tyro
Welcome to the forum. It seems that you are a wise man indeed. You have already taken control of the situation and seem to be moving forward at frank speed. Being armed with knowledge is good for you and good for them. Please keep us post on your progress.
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Judy R.
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