"Since I last wrote, my mask was very noisy, hissing and squeaking the night before last. So, last night I tightened the side straps and although uncomfortable, it seems to have done the trick. Kath had similar problem and tightened her top head gear…"
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Kath Hope replied to Arun Sicka's discussion Not happy with Hybrid !"Interesting experience last night Arun with my Hybrid....... The mask was very noisy and difficult to quieten, so before I ditched it and swapped to my FitLife (I alternate between the two) I tried tightening the top head band. Lo and behold…"
Kath Hope left a comment for ian richmond"Welcome to the forum Ian, and feel free to introduce yourself to the others on this post http://hope2sleepguide.co.uk/forum/topics/welcome-from-kath-mike or start up any new discussions if you need help/support just now.
Best Wishes and Good…"
Hope2Sleep - Snoring + Sleep Apnoea (Apnea) via Facebook
It's not surprising people are saying Sleep Apnoea could be as common as Asthma. New research seeing high incidence of asthmatics developing sleep apnoea, especially after 8 years. I speak to many people who say they're asthma improves…
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Lisa is attending Kath Hope's event
Scottish Association for Sleep Apnoea at West Park Conference Centre
September 21, 2013 all day
Scottish Association for Sleep ApnoeaAnnual Conference and AGMto be held inWest Park Conference Centre, Dundeeon Saturday, 21st September,2013 More details later....See More
Kath Hope replied to Arun Sicka's discussion Not happy with Hybrid !"I would give your clinic a ring first to see if they have one for you to try. I spent such a lot of money myself on a mission to find the 'right' mask and wasted so much money, along with gaining a collection of masks which were no…"
Deborah Wainwright replied to The SleepGuide Crew's discussion Welcome from Kath & Mike - Feel Free to Introduce Yourself Here"Hi Wanda,
Thanks for the fab feedback, we are very pleased with how Eson is doing and I am delighted you are getting good results. Not sure why the change in AHI and perhaps this is something to chat to your sleep tech about. …"
Arun Sicka replied to symmit's discussion Fisher and Paykel Eson mask first impressions"Hi Symmit !
I am thinking of buying the F&P Eson nasal mask. I am new to this OSA thing and have tried a few masks, but not happy as thye tend to leak and or, are noisy and uncomfortable to wear. I am a side sleeper.
Would you recommend me to…"
Arun Sicka replied to Arun Sicka's discussion Not happy with Hybrid !"Thanks, Kath ! I have just spoken to F&P who inform me that their Aclaim 2 has been discontinued and that the Eson Nasal mask is their latest addition.
I have read the review from Wanda you sent me and it seems really good. I asked if F&P…"
Kath Hope replied to Arun Sicka's discussion Not happy with Hybrid !"I just wish there was one-mask-suits-all out there. I love the Hybrid and so do lots of others, but it's what works for each person that's important, regardless of who manufactures it. Hopefully, someone will come along with…"
Kath Hope posted eventsSATAday Annual Conference
October 12, 2013 from 10am to 4pmHumber Sleep Apnoea Support Group (HSASG)
May 23, 2013 from 6:30pm to 8:30pmEast + North Hertfordshire Patient's Support Group
May 21, 2013 from 5pm to 7pm
Kath Hope updated an eventScottish Association for Sleep Apnoea at West Park Conference Centre
September 21, 2013 all day
Scottish Association for Sleep ApnoeaAnnual Conference and AGMto be held inWest Park Conference Centre, Dundeeon Saturday, 21st September,2013 More details later....See More
Kath Hope replied to stephen smith's discussion Does using a CPAP machine reduce blood sugar levels to normal in others?"There's some more news on this hot off the press Steve http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/ATS/39249
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Arun Sicka posted a discussionNot happy with Hybrid !
Hi guys !My name is ArunI recently bought a Hybrid CPAP mask, but am not too happy with it. I have the usual problems of air leakage and squeaking noises. I read somewhere that a Nasal mask is a lot better and is leak proof. I have been looking at…See More
Hope2Sleep - Snoring + Sleep Apnoea (Apnea) via Facebook
An interesting comment on Twitter by Dr Michael Breus (The Sleep Doctor)..... "After 5 nights of disrupted sleep, 3 drinks will has same effect on your body as 6 would when you've slept enough."
Terry Vella replied to The SleepGuide Crew's discussion Welcome from Kath & Mike - Feel Free to Introduce Yourself Here"Mel, a couple of suggestions, write down all your questions so you don't forget any and make sure they answer them all and make sure you understand their responses.
As Kath mentioned earlier some of the meds Kev is on are actually not good for…"
Terry Vella replied to Colin's discussion CPAP Trial - Early Days But Looking Good!"Well done Colin, I also use the Resmed S9 Autoset, being able to manage our own therapy and having the comfort of a non constant pressure is much better, glad you can see the difference in machines.
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"thanks. I will have a look :o)
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