"It sounds like you're getting rainout issues (condensation) so here's an article to help with this.
www.hope2sleep.co.uk/water-in-the-mask-hose-known-as-rainout"
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Mask seal, the endless roller coasterI have an F20 mask and have tried the memory foam cushions airTouch... I seem to get inconsistent seal scores from 20/20 to 0/20.. drives m… Started by RobT |
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Oct 9, 2022 Reply by Kath Hope |
Hair lossHi has anyone noticed hair loss from headgear straps rubbing? Started by Maureen C |
0 | Aug 14, 2022 |
Weight gain on CPAP?I have been successfully using CPAP for moderate to severe OSA for nearly 3 years. I have always been slim and never had to watch my weight… Started by JES SINGLE |
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Aug 13, 2022 Reply by Will Clifford |
USED Resmed F20 Medium headgear and maskFree to someone who wants to try or has to pay for themselves. It has been used but no longer needed as I now use F30. Obviously, I can spl… Started by Catherine MacLean |
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Hope2Sleep Charity RaffleOnly 24 hours to purchase Raffle Tickets as the draw is tomorrow (Monday 4th April), and we're looking forward to giving good news to 20 lu… Started by Kath Hope |
0 | Apr 3, 2022 |
Spare unused nasal pillowsIs there a swap section on here, please? I have some Large Nuance nasal pillows, still in their package, that I won't be using, and wondere… Started by Glenys Everest |
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Mar 25, 2022 Reply by Glenys Everest |
Where do you got your distilled water for humidifierI have just bought a Transcend 365 machine for travelling however it says distilled water MUST be used in the humidifier or it could cause… Started by David |
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Mar 22, 2022 Reply by Kath Hope |
First night with Lowenstein Prisma Smart Max and ResMed Airfit F 20. Talk to me- please!First night ever, using my APAP Prisma machine. 2 1/2 hours at bedtime. Then another hour or so early morning? Both times with 30 mins so… Started by Sewing1 |
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Feb 5, 2022 Reply by Kath Hope |
Consultant recommendation please?Hi there, I was diagnosed with OSA through a sleep study and have been using CPAP for a year. However I still don't feel rested after sleep… Started by Dave Jones |
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Jan 21, 2022 Reply by Dave Jones |
Choosing The Right CPAP or BiPAP Mask For YouHave just completed my latest Blog on getting the right kind of mask, so hope you find it helpful. With so many types of masks available,… Started by Kath Hope |
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Dec 31, 2021 Reply by Fran Hiam |
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Latest Activity
noisy humidifier normal?
Hello,I have an air sense 10 auto.When I have the humidifier and the heated tube plugged in it makes a sort of drumming noise. Like that at the gallows in films.Is this normal? It wakes me up and I have to give up and switch off for the night.See More
Dentists in Hull that know about Mewing ?
I was wondering if there are any dentists in Hull who know about John & Mike Mew, and changing jaw shape over time?I could add that I saw an ENT consultant recently and she said jaw shape, malocclusion, is genetic, which has become a debatable…See More
"I did replace the tank in my SleepCube, and had to regularly take the silicone sealing gasket out and give it a goof clean, but not infrequently found it standing in a pool of water in the morning. The machine sat on a tray because of…"
Nasal valve collapse
Does anyone have any experience of nasal valve collapse?Wondering if I have this but I don't know what the norm is.Been trying widgets that hold the nose open and it's like night and day.See More
"Wow it's the other way round for me.I found with the Sleepcube I'd often have a good bit of water still there in the morning. Today I woke up with a dry tank on the Resmed again and it's not on full heat or flow. I got it on 6…"
F20 AirFit small marking bridge of nose
Please help or give advice all wise people on here.I have had the Resmed F20 AirFit small mask for over a month. Seals yet…See More
"A very helpful reply Jonathan. I found the pressure setting for the full face mask to be too high when I changed to a nasal mask, but perhaps I should have persisted?
I'll try again and I'll also discuss with the clinic whether an APAP…"
"Ramble alert! My history is that I spent part of each week at a different location, so bought a second machine identical to my fixed pressure NHS machine and set it up to match using the clinician menu. This was a very long time…"
"Thanks Jonathan - I had seen the YouTube video. My question is really about the experience of people who have control of their pressure settings, for example those people who have bought their machines directly and not obtained them through an NHS…"
"This is NOT a recommendation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNUWhd2UgQM"
Air Sense 10 - changing pressure settings
I have been successfully using my air sense 10 since OSA diagnosis, and my AHI is now under 2. I had an appointment with my clinic this week and have been told there is no need for further appointments and just to contact them if I need supplies or…See More
"If you have a helpful GP, I would ask them to re-refer you to the sleep clinic."
A few questions..
A quick bit of backgroundDiagnosed with OSA about 7/8 years ago by my local sleep clinic and given a F &P Icon CPAP. After a couple of follow-up appts to sort out any issues, I was sent on my merry way. I have had no further face to face…See More
"I previously had a DeVilbiss Sleepcube and the dehumidifier did sometimes run dry. On the other hand I now have an AirSense 10 and it never runs dry, and I've had the humidity turned up high."
Airsense 10 -humidifier runs dry
Hi. I'm finding the Airsense 10 the hospital gave me, the humidifier chamber runs dry. It's not even on max settings, which I'm guessing would empty it a lot quicker. Seems like a big design oversight to me. Does anyone else have this trouble? The…See More
Decline in hearing
HiI have regular, well yearly check ups at work. One being a hearing test. Since having my cpap machine my hearing has declined rapidly in 1 ear.....could this be as a result of pressure? I believe I'm on 15cm p max h2o. I just use a nasal…See More
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