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Even though I am getting on quite well with using the CPAP I have a constant problem of blood in my nose when I blow it in the mornings and really throughout the day. Not very pleasant sorry! My…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope May 2, 2017.
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- At 8:49 on July 17, 2019,
Maxine Chaplain said…
Thank you Karen. Your suggestions are good and I will certainly give them a go. To be honest, I feel so good about life after years of fatigue that this just a minor problem. I'm sure I will crack it! I'm definitely going to try a silk pillow case too!
- At 13:47 on December 1, 2017,
John Wilkinson said…
Hi Karen,
Thanks for feed back. I find your empathy really helpful and comforting and I will definitely try the dry mouth and nasal sprays.
It's early days, but it is great feeling so positive about life again and looking forward with optimism. I think it was great just finding the cause of all my symptoms. I am hoping to get back on my bikes again and start swimming 2x a week when my energy returns.
I am now semi retired and just do a bit of supply teaching work. I don't know how I managed to work full-time for 60 hours a week on next to no sleep. One thing for sure is that I won't be going back full time, no matter how well I feel.
I think one thing our stories say is go to the doctor and push for a sleeping disorder referral. I found being fobbed off all those years so demoralising, especially being given vitamin tablets.
Thanks to you for your support and all the best for the future. I will let you know how I get on with the sprays.
Regards,
John Wilkinson
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