Mask, how many before finding the right one?

[twopu]

I am currently using the Swift LT because I felt like I was suffocating with the nasal mask during my sleep study. However, I think the nasal pillows are worse and I don't think I'm getting a good seal. I'm thinking about asking the clinician if I can try a nasal mask again. How many masks did you go through before finding the one?

[Julie]

Are you sure the mask is the problem and not, for instance, that your ramp starting pressure, or even scripted pressure is too low?

[Biggie_D]

Well I am on my second I used the Respironics Easylife for about a week and I LOVE IT however I want to be able to pop my mask on and watch some TV as im passing out so I went today and picked up an Mirage Swift II so tonight will be my first night with that but I have already tested it and it fit well and I take to Nasal Masks and or Pillows just fine thus far. The only thing with the MS II is I think Ill have to get a Hook system to help with the hose... My DME told me they have over 100 Masks on hand and to just keep trying them till I find one I like. I have to say My DME is the bomb diggity and I made sure they knew it.

I hope that you find on that works well for you....

Duane

[Jaylee]

I tried two. The one in my profile is the mask for me. I love it. I don't remember the name of the other one I tried but it was not nearly as comfortable.

[twopu]

My pressure is set at 8 so it could be low. I've turned off the ramp because I could barely breath especially at 4.
I'm thinking about asking to try the comfort gel.

[grandmma]

How many masks did you go through before finding the one?

Short answer, as many as it takes. In my case, I trialled over a dozen. However, I now believe that's due to the fact that my face is rather longer than wider, and my head circumference is apparently very small, so I think I'm just hard to fit!

[sleepmba]

It took me 3. Keep on trying to adjust yours. The swift LT adjusts in many ways. Wear it in front of a mirror and try the different adjustments. Don't forget the piece under your nose rotates too. Keep working at it, you'll find one right for you!