trouble breathing with CPAP

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dzer1
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trouble breathing with CPAP

Post by dzer1 » Wed Jun 17, 2020 10:56 am

Last night I tried to you my ResMed CPAP machine that I haven't used in years. I cleaned it....strapped on the 'nose cups' and promptly noticed hat if I didn't keep my mouth shut tight, it blew air out of my mouth and vibrated the back of my throat and made it impossible to sleep/breathe. What can I do ? I need to use it because I have developed many Sleep Apnea symptoms that are effecting my quality of life. Thanks !
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Julie
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Re: trouble breathing with CPAP

Post by Julie » Wed Jun 17, 2020 11:00 am

What exact model of the machine do you have and which mask? How old is the machine? What are the pressure settings? Is Ramp enabled?

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ChicagoGranny
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Re: trouble breathing with CPAP

Post by ChicagoGranny » Wed Jun 17, 2020 12:22 pm

dzer1 wrote: ↑
Wed Jun 17, 2020 10:56 am
 Last night I tried to you my ResMed CPAP machine that I haven't used in years. I cleaned it....strapped on the 'nose cups' and promptly noticed hat if I didn't keep my mouth shut tight, it blew air out of my mouth and vibrated the back of my throat and made it impossible to sleep/breathe. What can I do ? I need to use it because I have developed many Sleep Apnea symptoms that are effecting my quality of life. Thanks !
Either keep your mouth closed or use a full face mask (FFM). FFMs cover nose and mouth. If your mouth opens, the therapeutic pressure is maintained. You can view pics, specs and reviews of FFMs here - cpap.com.
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