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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…"
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ResMed AirSense 10 getting noisy
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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…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jonathan Nov 9.
Dreamwear mask
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HiLongtime readers of this forum may remember I've lamented the discontinuation of the Respironics Comfort Curve mask. It was like no other, with a nasal pillow without prongs that sat under the…Continue
Tags: Review, Mask, Dreamwear, Respironics
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jonathan Aug 1, 2016.
3D printing
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Here's an interesting article which hints at what the future may hold…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope Sep 2, 2014.
Finding a new mask
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HiI started out a few years ago, with my NHS-issued Respironics ComfortGel mask. On my search for a better mask, I found an on-line guide (no longer available, alas) which asked for various detailed…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope Sep 2, 2014.
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"Just to tidy this up, I finally had an in-person review by my sleep clinic yesterday, who agreed the ResMed AirSense 10 was "wheezy" and replaced the machine."
"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…"
"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,…"
"Can't say I know about this."
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 humidifier isn't snug, and have to re-seat it to avoid various noises but this is a new problem. I've tried a different mask, and a different hose, but this hasn't helped. It's hardly noticeable when the machine is first turned on, but as the…See More
"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…"
"There's some information here, but generally it's very common and likely due to our anatomy."
"My sleep apnoea just requires me to pop a mask on before I go to bed. But your circumstances may be different."
"Ah, yes, I hadn't spotted Vueling's statement. Thank you. And your tags are very similar to the one I purchased at the start of my CPAP journey in the 15+ years ago.
My only bad experience (as I have written about here) was…"
"I have a large swing-tag attached to mine. This appears to be an up-to-date equivalent https://www.cpap.com/productpage/medical-identification-luggage-tag-cpap-equipment
The only short-haul flight I have taken was with British Airways, and it…"
"Dab hand with a sewing machine :) The "stethoscope" pipes were detachable with a bit of careful persuasion."
"Neat clip for your hose!
I used to use the Respironics Comfort Curve one of the best masks ever, now discontinued of course. With its stethoscope-style tubing, I had to make my own fleecy cover."
"Yes, I bought some fleecy material and made my own "snuggle hose" 10+ years ago. "
"Hi. No first hand experience, but you can see reviews here, which are mixed: https://www.cpap.com/productpage/resmed-airfit-f40-full-face-cpap-mask
I notice cpap.com still appear to be selling the Quattro FX. I have imported stuff from…"
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- At 0:12 on September 15, 2012,
Kath Hope said…
Great to see you've joined us on here Jonathan. Hope you find the forum beneficial to you and look forward to your posts. If you'd like to introduce yourself to the others, this post is a good place to start... http://hope2sleepguide.co.uk/forum/topics/welcome-from-kath-mike
Best Wishes and Good Sleep!
Kath
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"Yes, it does the job. I use a Powapacs Atom for portable power "
"Hi Nick thanks. Does it do the job and could you camp with it?"
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
"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…"
"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…"
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
"Just to tidy this up, I finally had an in-person review by my sleep clinic yesterday, who agreed the ResMed AirSense 10 was "wheezy" and replaced the machine."
"thank you jonathan,i did get the it pack so tried the small and still struggled but i was sat up in bed so will try lying down great suggestion "
"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…"
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
Are every small CPAP machines any good?
Travel sized, micro - any good?See More
"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."
"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,…"
"Did anyone tell you exactly what the anatomical issue is, Jonathan?"
"Can't say I know about this."
"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…"
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