C pap users
09-20-2010, 02:23 AM
#41
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Location: NE Iowa
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Hilarious!!! I also use just the nose mask most of the time. Occasionally I get a stuffy nose and use the full mask. I've never had a problem with my mouth opening but will keep your advice in mind and a mini pad handy!! Still laughing about this!!
09-20-2010, 02:26 AM
#42
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Location: NE Iowa
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Originally Posted by kay carlson
Doing the sleep study and getting/using the CPAP machine is the best thing that I have done for myself medically. My average was 117 episodes per hour. This number was way beyond serious. No wonder I was walking around in a daze.
Do what you have to do to use the machine:-) I like your creativity/ resourcefulness :-)
By the way, DH sleeps better now that he doesn't hear myestop breathing and then wait for the gasp to begin the breathing process.
It is wonderful to have a clear head to think and some energy to enjoy life!
Do what you have to do to use the machine:-) I like your creativity/ resourcefulness :-)
By the way, DH sleeps better now that he doesn't hear myestop breathing and then wait for the gasp to begin the breathing process.
It is wonderful to have a clear head to think and some energy to enjoy life!
09-20-2010, 04:16 AM
#43
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How surprising to learn that so many uses the c-pap. I have one, but always have an excuse why I don't use it. 'got the one with the pillow and my nose runs all the time. That suggestion is very ingenious of you - I don't think I have any of those left tho - haha
09-20-2010, 05:12 AM
#45
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Wayne, PA
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I love the idea of using the c-pap for filling up air mattresses. I use the machine every night. My father needed a c-pap but in South Dakota but my dad would not do anything about it. He did not even talk to the doctor about it. I really believe he died early due to heart problems. He also was deaf and blind. My doctor informed me that it does cause these problems because of lack of oxygen to the brain. My brother also needs and uses the c-pap. Please try to get the test. I really wish I could help in some way.
09-20-2010, 11:23 AM
#47
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Maybe you have the pillow in the wrong direction?? Mine did that until I turned it around. My mouth is "sucked closed" - I think my dh would like me to wear it all day sometimes
Originally Posted by jfifer
I don't have trouble with mine. In fact I have a full face mask and I hate it. I blows air into my eyes. And yes when my mouth flys open the air rushes out and makes things worst.
09-20-2010, 11:23 AM
#48
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Arkansas
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So glad you posted this. Sometimes I think I am the only female in the world to have to use a cpap. Mostly men that I know of. Have had mine for 4 1/2 years. I use the nose pillows and don't have any problems with these. For at least 10 years before that I had to sleep in a separate bedroom because my husband could not sleep for my snoring. Now we can share a bed again. It's nice!
09-20-2010, 11:38 AM
#49
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Location: La Pine Oregon, USA
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Originally Posted by Nonnie2
So glad you posted this. Sometimes I think I am the only female in the world to have to use a cpap. Mostly men that I know of. Have had mine for 4 1/2 years. I use the nose pillows and don't have any problems with these. For at least 10 years before that I had to sleep in a separate bedroom because my husband could not sleep for my snoring. Now we can share a bed again. It's nice!
09-20-2010, 11:59 AM
#50
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Location: Brentwood, CA
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Originally Posted by theoldgraymare
I was supposed to go to the sleep clinic a few months ago, but there is no way I can leave my disabled DH alone all night. None of his nearby family are willing/able to do all the personal services I must do for him, so I had to cancel my appointment. Doctor wass less than pleased with me, but hey, you do what you have to do.
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