Trying again, 2 years later

You're doing well for such a short time on cpap. You'll figure out the small details as you go.

Thanks Katie! Software is running, and Pad-A-Cheeks & Card Reader are on the way.

This is sure going to be an adventure.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Brian

Still to try: Pad-A-Cheek strap pads for mask comfort - Brian
Brian - this is a must have. Order some or make them yourself.
I made myself 2 pairs with velvette material - lovely to have.
Very handy to have 2 pairs - one pair in use and one pair in for washing.
If you sleep with an open mouth - tape it




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Thanks for the info! Pad-A-Cheeks are on the way, can't wait to get 'em! I'll give the tape a shot tonight. What are acceptable leak numbers, anyway?

Last evenings numbers:

Hours: 8.5
Leaks: .34
AHI: 6.6
AI: 0.3
HI: 6.13

Horrible night! Went to bed around 9pm, and just couldn't get comfortable with the straps, nasal pillows etc... PLUS, a neighbors dog began barking non-stop at 8:30pm (right under my bedroom window)! I tossed and turned until midnight, and finally called our local Police. They arrived at 1pm, knocked at the door, and were greeted by an agitated old man wearing a Swift LT! LOL!!!!! You all should have seen their faces, I think it scared the dickens out of them!

Might have been a lot of contributors to the different numbers last night. Hoping that tonight goes much better.

Have a great day!
Brian

They arrived at 1pm, knocked at the door, and were greeted by an agitated old man wearing a Swift LT!

Ooh -- I hadn't thought of that. Gotta remember it for next Oct 31.

Of course, since I use a full-face, I may not be able to clearly tell them it's all right.

BrianR4743 wrote:Thanks for the info! Pad-A-Cheeks are on the way, can't wait to get 'em! I'll give the tape a shot tonight. What are acceptable leak numbers, anyway?

I have the S8 Autoset II, which is different, but also ResMed. In the Clinical Guide, under the Mask Fitting, it says:

Excellent 0-10.8 L/M
Very Good 10.9-15.6
Good 15.7-20.4
Adjust Mask 20.5 +

Elsewhere., on page 36, it says "a leak rate of more than 0.4 L/S (24 L/M) is associated with patient discomfort, disturbed sleep and reduced efficacy of treatment.

They arrived at 1pm, knocked at the door, and were greeted by an agitated old man wearing a Swift LT! LOL!!!!! You all should have seen their faces, I think it scared the dickens out of them!

Welcome, Brian! Thanks so much for sharing your experience. You may have helped many people by doing so!

You're most definitely on the right path now. The information and support on this forum can make all the difference in success.

If you don't think your mask is leaking, then you may be leaking therapy air from your mouth without realizing it. I discovered that after a while. I eventually got a PAPCap Plus, which has a nice cotton chinstrap. Now my leaks are consistently zero every night! I don't think it's something to be concerned about right now, especially if you're feeling better during the day.

BrianR4743 wrote:They arrived at 1pm, knocked at the door, and were greeted by an agitated old man wearing a Swift LT! LOL!!!!! You all should have seen their faces, I think it scared the dickens out of them!

I would've loved to have seen the looks on their faces! Too funny!

By the way, your avatar photo of the penguin-cat is both mesmerizing and disturbing at the same time! I think I like it.

May you continue to have nightly successes and pleasant days,

DreamOn

LOL & thank you! I've been advised by "THE BOSS" to cool my jets with the police tonight. I guess it was the talk of the neighborhood!

A better night tonight...........

I'm just waiting for someome to post how they must sleep so sound with their Swift LT that they don't even hear their dog barking...