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slickgt
on 1/30/05 4:25 am - Bolingbrook, IL

Revision on 09/19/07

Topic: RE: heated humidifier On CPaP

Are you using distilled water? I am, and only wa**** out once a week on the weekend. No smell, no problems.

kimvalera
on 1/28/05 2:48 am - Sugar Land, TX

RNY on 09/27/05

Topic: RE: i hate this machine!!!!

Vivian, I understand how frustrated you must be. I remember when I first got my CPAP and how hard it was to get used to using it. Now that I have, it is my lifeline! I sleep so much better than before, and the headaches and sleepiness are gone. It's wonderful! Keep trying, and talk to the doctor to see if he/she can help somehow. Kim

Shelly LaChance
on 1/27/05 9:33 pm - Chester, IL

RNY on 03/03/05

Topic: RE: Tonight's the night!

Well look at ED he has a face nice to see you..Hows your cpap doing ?? I feel great with mine but last night had a hard time with it ...

karen C.
on 1/26/05 8:18 pm - Kennewick, WA

RNY on 02/16/05

Topic: RE: HELP

Shelly, My setting is also 13. Man, if I even try to open my mouth when my machine is going I about choke. I can't talk when it is doing. You might have an air leak or something. you shouldn't be able to snore. I've been wearing mine since Christmas, so nights successfully some not so. Hang in there. Karen

karen C.
on 1/26/05 8:14 pm - Kennewick, WA

RNY on 02/16/05

Topic: RE: i hate this machine!!!!

Vivian, I'm glad to read that I'm not alone. Here it is 4am and I'm on the computer in order to justify not having my headgear on! I can handle it for about 3 hours and then I need a break. I use the nasal pillows which I thought at first was better than the nose mask. However the pillows kind of make my nostrils sore. I don't rip it off, I consciously turn it off and remove it. The only thing that keeps me going is I have a "spy card" that keeps track of the usage. I try my best to get at least 5 hours a night with it on. Ambien before bed helps, but I hate taking it every night. I AM getting more rest (wasn't getting any before) so I know it does work, but oh for a good night's sleep without this. Looking forward to getting enough weight off to not need the machine. Hang in there. It is important. Someone on line suggested a different type of nose piece. I looked it up and it looked much less confining. Don't remember what it was called. That's a lot of help isn't it? Hang in there, Karen

Baby_Phat
on 1/25/05 11:42 am - Baltimore, MD

RNY on 05/27/05

Topic: RE: heated humidifier On CPaP

Try disinfecting every 3 to 4 weeks.

Baby_Phat
on 1/25/05 11:40 am - Baltimore, MD

RNY on 05/27/05

Topic: RE: heated humidifier On CPaP

Have you disinfected it with a vinegar and H2O mix? This may help.

Ericka M.

Baby_Phat
on 1/25/05 11:38 am - Baltimore, MD

RNY on 05/27/05

Topic: RE: i hate this machine!!!!

I'm still having some difficulty. I have also gained @ 10 lbs since my sleep study with titration. They are going to put me on one of those CPAPs that collects data so they can properly adjust my titration. I can't wait. I turn my humidifier all the way up. Does nothing for me at the lower settings. Glad all is working out for you. The only time I don't use it is if I have an upper respiratory infection. Other than that, I'm Darth Vader every night.

Ericka M.

BadMoose
on 1/25/05 11:34 am - Tomah, WI

RNY on 05/05/05

Topic: RE: i hate this machine!!!!

After having mine for only a month, I would not sleep with out it. No more head aches, I would say about 99% of the back and just plan body pain is gone. I have the nasal pillows very comfortable, for me anyway. I keep the heat set at 3 and the machine pressure is pre-set at 11.