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Pillows that might help - not CPAP
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I have yet to be doagnosed and am doing all the leg work myself to try and help with me sleep.I think I am veering towards probably having UARS as I don't score so highly on Epworth. I had a night…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope May 2, 2023.

Any ideas how to film my sleep?
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On and off sleep problems I've atributed to snoring/ obstruction at night. Usually worse when my turbinates are really enlarged. Never know when it's going to be really bad. Taking nasal sprays but…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Hazel dannatt Jun 28, 2023.

 

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Hazel dannatt replied to John Kemp's discussion Any ideas how to film my sleep?
"Long before I knew anything about Apnoea, I knew something was wrong.  I wore a finger pulse oximeter overnight and I was shocked that it keot going off.  When I looked on the NHS website, it said the most likely dikagnoosis would be…"
Jun 28, 2023
Kath Hope replied to John Kemp's discussion Pillows that might help - not CPAP
"Sorry your post was overlooked. No advice regarding a pillow, except to make sure it's not too high or firm to cause your neck to drop which can block your airways more. Was the sleep study one with breathing cannulas, or just a pulse oximeter…"
May 2, 2023
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Pillows that might help - not CPAP

I have yet to be doagnosed and am doing all the leg work myself to try and help with me sleep.I think I am veering towards probably having UARS as I don't score so highly on Epworth. I had a night study meter thing but all was ok - coincided with a couple of decent nights though!I wonder what pillows people have tried. I have ended up having three and I don't think it works as I end up sliding down! I just rememebered years ago having slept on a bolster pillow and heving one of the most restful…See More
Mar 7, 2023
John Kemp posted a discussion

Any ideas how to film my sleep?

On and off sleep problems I've atributed to snoring/ obstruction at night. Usually worse when my turbinates are really enlarged. Never know when it's going to be really bad. Taking nasal sprays but not sure if they are really helping or if I'm on the correct type (any advice gratefully received).I'd like to film myself at night but unsure what kit to get. I can't have hardly any light on so wondering about infra red or some security camera device. Anyone tried this?Am so tired some days. On…See More
Feb 21, 2023
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Jonathan replied to Collette rose's discussion 1st time and I’ve failed the mask leak test
"Hi My first thought is "don't panic"!  We're all a bit different, and there are many things that can be tweaked.  I took to CPAP therapy like a duck to water, but I've had friends who say they can't cope, but…"
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1st time and I’ve failed the mask leak test

Hi everyone, today I received my rental kit - prisma smart max, plus a Philips dreamwear mask which I’ve been wearing unconnected to try and get used to it. I just did a mask fit test using a medium mask and got a constant red/orange leak warning…See More
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John replied to John's discussion evil mask noise
"Ha well it lasted a couple of days but started howling again. But it's a step in the right direction, just needs a bit more work."
Oct 24
Jonathan replied to John's discussion Has anyone been told root cause of their OSA?
"Nope, I just accept that some people's throats tend to close when they sleep, due to a loss of muscle tone during deeper sleep.  Back when I was diagnosed, the sleep lab just filmed you whilst you slept, stuck an O2 meter on your finger,…"
Oct 24
Jonathan replied to John's discussion evil mask noise
"Good to know you found a solution!"
Oct 24
John replied to John's discussion Has anyone been told root cause of their OSA?
"Did anyone tell you exactly what the anatomical issue is, Jonathan?"
Oct 21
John replied to Jonathan's discussion ResMed AirSense 10 getting noisy
"Can't say I know about this."
Oct 20
John replied to John's discussion evil mask noise
"So I tore some fabric from one of the filters and glued it over the holes - and it worked!It was dead quiet, and the air was still flowing freely.It was quiet all night then after a few hours a bit of whistling until I gave it a wipe.Vast…"
Oct 19
John replied to John's discussion evil mask noise
"Hi Jonathan, well see my nose is blocked a lot, so I mouth breath which really sucks a lot more moisture and makes my mouth dry. So I put humidity on maximum, which makes for condensation at the mask end, which becomes a demonic reed instrument.Now…"
Oct 17
Jonathan posted a discussion

ResMed AirSense 10 getting noisy

HelloI have an NHS issued ResMed AirSense 10 with heated humidifier.  In the last couple of weeks, it's developed an annoying noise, when I inhale. It bothers me a little and my partner a lot! I sometimes get problems if the water container in the…See More
Oct 16
Jonathan replied to John's discussion evil mask noise
"Hi My first question is why is condensation forming?  I very occasionally get some condensation, may be once a month, but I can quickly run a finger around the inside of the mask, and wipe it away.  I use a nasal mask, with the humidifier…"
Oct 16
John replied to John's discussion What's a good Apnea forum?
"11K+? Ok that's probably where I should look then :-)"
Oct 16
Kath Hope replied to John's discussion What's a good Apnea forum?
"Hi John. Thanks for the compliment as I do my best popping on here, but it's difficult due to us now supporting 25k+ patients at the charity. To be honest, the forum is quiet because most people seem to prefer Facebook and forums aren't as…"
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Jonathan replied to John's discussion Has anyone been told root cause of their OSA?
"There's some information here, but generally it's very common and likely due to our anatomy."
Oct 12
John replied to John's discussion A tale of two nasal dilators
"I've found they get lost easy. The Airmax one is £10, lasted a couple of weeks before disappearing.The white ones are quite cheap, work out about 50p each off Ebay.I was wanting to experiment with making a mould and crafting my own…"
Oct 7
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Has anyone been told root cause of their OSA?

Hi, I'm having trouble getting diagnoses for anything from the NHS recently. A pressing one being what exactly causes my apnea.Is it like this for everyone or do some people get told what is the specific physical problem and root cause?See More
Oct 7

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