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Mask Liners

Hi Cath, Many thanks for the speedy dispatch of my new pack of mask liners. I really can't sing their praises loudly enough, and if anyone…

Started by Mike Smith in Sleep Apnoea

1 Apr 4, 2016
Reply by Kath Hope

Research into Snoring Children and those with Down's Syndrome

This is a fantastic opportunity for parents and carers of Children ages 3 to 4 years old (they have enough 2 year olds now) who Snore and t…

Started by Kath Hope in Sleep Apnoea

0 Apr 1, 2016

condensation in my face mask

Hi, Ive been diagnosed with OSA for 3 years and have generally got on well with my mask. I use a Philips Wisp. Just recently I have been g…

Started by Alan Jackson in Sleep Apnoea

3 Mar 26, 2016
Reply by Kath Hope

Daily Mail Highlights Snoring in Women

I was pleased to be part of this article in the Daily Mail about snoring in women, as it was a good opportunity to raise awareness of Sleep…

Started by Kath Hope in Sleep Apnoea

4 Mar 18, 2016
Reply by Kath Hope

Sleep study?

Hi Its just under a year now that I've had my machine, and I have lost 5st in weight, I still have about 2st stone to lose...  Should I wa…

Started by Helen McKeown in Sleep Apnoea

3 Mar 13, 2016
Reply by Sleep2snore

Do you have the same sensation on waking?

All i can describe the sensation as if someone has hit me with a juggernaut in the upper chest.  I do suffer with costochondritis as part o…

Started by David R1 in Sleep Apnoea

10 Mar 11, 2016
Reply by Sleep2snore

Anybody any experience of using the Breas Z1 or Transcend portable machines

I am looking to get a small portable CPAP unit to take on a extended holiday and this seems to fit the bill. I dont want to lug my Respiron…

Started by David in Sleep Apnoea

5 Mar 9, 2016
Reply by Kath Hope

RESmed 9 auto- software query

Has anyone used the Scan software that you can buy for the Resmed 9 Auto? Is it worth the money? I know there is free software that can be…

Started by Bernadette Plunkett in Sleep Apnoea

3 Feb 19, 2016
Reply by Kath Hope

new device

http://www.fundairing.com/journal/2015/4/30/introducing-the-worlds-first-hoseless-cordless-maskless-battery-powered-cpap-device#comments-ou

Started by Annette Pentney in Sleep Apnoea

6 Feb 17, 2016
Reply by Bill Thomson

Machine change

Why is it necessary for my hospital to change my S9 APAP every year. The one I have been supplied this time is running at a higher pressure…

Started by Edam in Sleep Apnoea

8 Feb 17, 2016
Reply by Edam

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Alison Mitchell is now a member of Hope2SleepGuide
Jul 2
John posted a discussion

job with the charity

Was wondering if there might be a job for me with Hope2Sleep?(I also just asked this of a group by mistake)See More
Jun 27
Tracey Tilley updated their profile
May 22
Sharon Sullivan posted a discussion

For Sale - Ventura Full Total Face CPAP Mask

I’m selling an Ventura Full Total Face CPAP Mask Large and two spare liners.  I bought it new from the Hope2Sleep shop, but it is not suitable for me.  Only used for about two weeks so I have washed it thoroughly.   Because of this, it is very much…See More
May 17
Tracey Tilley replied to Jim Scullion's discussion UK Attendance Allowance
"I put in a claim for PIP which was denied and now I am over 66 and on pension I tried for AA. Denied again.I have other health conditions ( Diverticular disease and Bile Acid Malabsorbtion ) which I consider hard to live with and they refused all of…"
May 14
Jonathan replied to Sally Gray's discussion ResMed AirMini for travel
"No personal experience, but CPAP.com review of AirMini The AirMini runs at about 30 decibels, which is about the same sound level as a whispered conversation. For comparison, full-sized CPAPs tend to run around 26-28 decibels. Due to their…"
May 5
Sally Gray posted a discussion

ResMed AirMini for travel

I am considering either buying or renting an AirMini for a forthcoming holiday this month where I will be sharing a twin room. I have read that they’re quite noisy and I don’t want to waste my money on either rental or purchase if the noise level…See More
May 3
Sally Gray replied to Nick Daniel's discussion CPAP Total Face Mask
"Hi, I use a ResMed F20 and had the same issue with the silicone full face mask causing red marks and soreness on my nose bridge. I switched over to the Airtouch memory foam full face masks which are expensive and not supplied by the NHS, but the…"
May 3
Kath Hope replied to Glassdaisy's discussion Soft Cap
"It's very much still relevant and we're getting closer to have them manufactured and has been no easy challenge. In fact we were speaking with the company working with us on this only yesterday. If you're not on our newsletter list…"
Mar 27
Glassdaisy posted a discussion

Soft Cap

some time ago I was told that Hope2Sleep was researching a replacement for the discontinued Soft Cap.. as I have seen nothing to indicate moving forward on this, would I be right in assuming you decided it is no longer relevant?See More
Mar 27
Glassdaisy replied to Nick Daniel's discussion CPAP Total Face Mask
"I expect others may have responded by now, but I use the Fitlife full face mask. I kept getting a hard lump on my nose when first starting out & it got so bad that I ended up buying my own masks as my clinic would only give the Fitlife to new…"
Mar 27
Wendy Anthony is now a member of Hope2SleepGuide
Mar 25
David McDade is now a member of Hope2SleepGuide
Jan 3
Nick Daniel replied to John's discussion Are every small CPAP machines any good?
"Yes, it does the job. I use a Powapacs Atom for portable power "
Dec 18, 2024
John replied to John's discussion Are every small CPAP machines any good?
"Hi Nick thanks. Does it do the job and could you camp with it?"
Dec 18, 2024
Nick Daniel posted a discussion

CPAP Total Face Mask

I was curious whether anyone has used the CPAP Total Face Masks and could pass on their observations? I've been using an Airfit F20 for years which is fine apart from the permanent red mark on the bridge of my nose, and have recently tried the…See More
Dec 17, 2024
Nick Daniel replied to John's discussion Are every small CPAP machines any good?
"I've been using the Resmed Airmini for about 5 years when travelling - overall lightweight and small and can be controlled by an App, but it does produce a loud whistling/wind sound for me which hasn't been reduced by an inline filter or…"
Dec 17, 2024
Greg Lloyd is now a member of Hope2SleepGuide
Dec 6, 2024
Jonathan replied to David Hudson's discussion Pressure waking me up. Belching and wind
"Hi It sounds like you need to have more conversations with your sleep clinic.  There's little point in having a high pressure if it means you cannot tolerate the machine.  There's an interesting video here…"
Dec 1, 2024
David Hudson posted a discussion

Pressure waking me up. Belching and wind

HiI'm using the prisma smart max machine. Initially I was just on a nasal mask, this changed as I was sleeping with my mouth open. I then went to face and nose mask and complained of bad wind and belching. Sometimes the pressure in the night was…See More
Nov 28, 2024

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