S9 and me....making progress

[adksleepygal]

Well so far its good news, love the S9 for the QUIET ! Its also easier to breath against - not sure why that is. My AHI keeps dropping - last night sleep was 8.9 hrs and AHI was 2.4. Having a few problems with the new mask with pillows - last 2 nights have had a sore nose and I used the cream the RT suggested too. Any suggestions? Think I will try my Optilife Cradle tonight with this new machine to see how it goes. Still encouraged and still no morning headache - very dry eyes though. But I feel I am on the right path with a few bumps and I love the Opus 360 for side sleeping - no leaks. Found I was mouth-breathing a bit more with it though so last night tried your blue tape idea - tape was still on this morning with good AHI. Open to any and all suggestions - you have all been so helpful. Reading on here as much as time allows me and what a great resource!

[Emilia]

Congrats on a great night with great results! What cream did the RT suggest? I have used the Lansinoh cream since my first night using pillows and have not had any soreness, irritation, or discomfit at all. I find the Lansinoh has a bit of tackiness to its texture and helps to get a great seal. Keep up the good work.... you are off to a great start!

[adksleepygal]

Thanks Emilia,
It is called Ayr - it comes in a tube. Where do I get the Lansisoh cream?
I am willing to try anything that will help it go easier - do you think Target will have it? I have to go down there tomorrow - or just like Walgreens? - Is it with the nasal stuff? I appreciate your kind responses to all my crazy new questions - thanks !!

[Tired Linda]

Lansinoh, or "nipple grease" as LinkC calls it, will be by the baby bottles, etc. It's lanolin that nursing mothers use. Walgreens should have it, and probably Target, too. It comes in a lavender colored box, and will cost around $9. Well worth the expense, it lasts a long time!

[msradar65]

You can also find a generic version in CVS drugstores. Its a few dollars cheaper than the brand name stuff. Works great!!!

[brazospearl]

Glad to hear you're making progress! Like you, the dry eyes were a problem for me. I started using Genteal Gel Drops for severe dry eyes, and it made a HUGE difference. I also wear a wide stretchy headband across my eyes, which seems to help as well. Regular eye masks got in the way, somehow...Good luck!