Re: Nasal Masks and air leaking into eyes
Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:36 pm
Welcome to the forum. May I suggest that you start a thread devoted to your problem so it won't get lost in an old thread. You will get more responses if you have your own thread with your own problem. You might also add your equipment to your profile. It will help us help you if we know what you are using. Here's how to add your equipment. wiki/index.php/Registering_Equipment_in_User_ProfileLisaMac wrote:I am new to CPAP use - less than 6 months. Waking with stinging eyes and very puffy eye lids upper and lower. Is this a sign my mask is leaking into my eyes? Should I be seeking different equipment? contact my sleep clinic? I also have nasal congestion that just won't quit. Yes I wash my mask and tubing every other day with mild antiseptic soap. I am also worried that if air is seeping into my eyes, what about glaucoma risks??? Yikes! Aren't we all too young for this crap?! I sure am! Any helpful suggestions? I am enjoying being awake in my life, but not crazy about looking like a prizefighter each morning. Please help!
If we knew which mask you were using someone could offer ideas on how to minimize the leaks.
Nasal congestion? It is common. Are you using a humidifier? If not you should. If you are using a humidifier you may need to increase the setting or decrease the setting. Some people need more moisture to clear the nasal congestion and some people too much moisture causes congestion. You will just need to play with the settings to see which one you are.