zest mask

Hi all, I have only had my machine for about a month and I love it, what a difference it has made. My question is the first mask I got was a zest and it worked great except that it would rub a place right under my nose raw almost to the point of bleeding. They have since given me a swift lt which works but I do not feel I sleep as well. I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem and if there are any solutions.

Hello JKH83,

I hear you, I have a Zest mask and loved it - I loved it 'till it rubbed a raw spot under my nose too. I let it heal, using another mask, then tried again. Unfortunately it made a larger raw place under my nose, so that mask is added to my box of masks that were not a good fit for me. I originally tried the 3 variations of the Swift mask. None of them worked for for me. I have a ResMed nasal mask, the mask itself was too heavy I have also have the Respironics Full Face Mask. I wouldn't recommend that one to anyone.

The secret of successful sleep therapy is getting the right mask. The mask I'm using now is a full-face Mirage Quattro. It took me about a week to get used to it. It left a red mark on my nose. It wasn't a raw place, just a mark. I put a piece of paper tape on my nose for about a week, then tried without it. It was good then. I am getting better therapy with the Quattro than I have with any of the other masks.

By all means, return the mask while you have the 30 day window. When you try a mask at your DME's, take the time to lie down, and see if how it fits you, Also,try lying on your side, & don't be in a hurry to decide.

Don't be discouraged, sometimes a person can find the right mask the first time. Most of us, however, have a box of discards.
My very best to you. Jan

anyone else with suggestions?

Have you looked at the 'Breeze'? It doesn't touch your face. You're sure to get other recommendations too.