Many Thanks

General Discussion on any topic relating to CPAP and/or Sleep Apnea.
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Mr Bill
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Re: Many Thanks

Post by Mr Bill » Sun Jun 26, 2011 5:41 pm

I have to agree. Breathing on a 4 is just too low.
EPAP min=6, EPAP max=15, PS min=3, PS max=12, Max Pressure=30, Backup Rate=8 bpm, Flex=0, Rise Time=1,
90% EPAP=7.0, Avg PS=4.0, Avg bpm 18.3, Avg Min vent 9.2 Lpm, Avg CA/OA/H/AHI = 0.1/0.1/2.1/2.3 ... updated 02/17/12

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Linus
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Re: Many Thanks

Post by Linus » Sun Jun 26, 2011 6:35 pm

Set it for pressure of 5-9. Later you can move up to 6 if you want. A lot of people here recommend a narrow range so that the machine reacts quicker to an event.

I too have a mild case. My titration was 7. My range is set 5-9. Originally it was stupidly set for 5-20. I woke up with a stomach full of air with the high end pressure. With a narrow range, my ahi is under 1. Many times it can be 0 with a few hypopneas. Much of my success I owe to others here. Their advice is very good. I hope your blood pressure goes down. Your doctor should be commended. I like the approach. Cpap is a lot better than medication over the long term.