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We went camping last fall. The temp in the tent got down into the 40s, while my tube is set at about 78. Talk about gurgling. I ended up sleeping with the machine in my sleeping bag with me, and it helped. |
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What was the final resolution and are you in much better shape now? |
I use a nasal pillow. I also had to use a face mask to keep my mouth closed (from amazon) because my mouth was opening defeating the CPAP purpose.
I can tell when my mouth has been open because my mouth is dry as all get-out in the mornings. That's what prompted me to get the mask to keep my mouth closed. I tried the mask but it broke me out really bad so it was a no-go. |
Anybody here use the Inspire implant?
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Only less than 20% have obstructive sleep apnea. |
So far, my CPAP has been a Godsend.
My events have dropped from an avg of 56 times an hour to around 8-12 with lows of around 3-4 times on best nights. I am no longer tired or falling asleep during the day. The key for me is to go to bed when I am tired at night and not fall asleep in my living room chair. My apnea was severe obstructive. I also stopped using the water tray as it made my mask filled with water and caused issues. Now that I am not mouth breathing all the time, I don't have anymore sore throats or dried out. A little dry once in a while but no big deal. I have the Fisher Paykal full face with the Resmed 12. I keep the mask pretty tight and while it isn't the perfect feel, I have become used to it. I also bought a CPAP pillow that had two half moon shapes cut out on each side that keeps my mask in place and helps my neck with perfect posture. I can't recommend CPAP enough and appreciate all those here who persuaded me to move forward. Wish I did this 10 years ago when I already knew. |
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Good for you. Other odd things may get better. Weight loss, change in digestion/urination, focus, less pain reducer used. Who knows. |
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Been using a CPAP machine for 3 years now and I love it. I sleep very well and my annual visits are always 100% positive. Highly recommend :thumb:
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