"Hi Haneen
It's very difficult to pinpoint what happens when symptoms return. If you can post a daily screenshot from an average night we could take a look for you. Without seeing that, a few other things to consider is that the…"
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Philips Respironics New Sleep Apnoea Diagnostic Service
If you snore and are tired, you could be suffering from sleep apnoea (see signs + symptoms on our website)…Continue
Started Apr 8, 2018
RAFFLE for out UK Supporters - ends Saturday 21st October 2017
We're extending our raffle to our United Kingdom Supporters *(sorry rules mean we can't share this out of…Continue
Started Oct 19, 2017
Driving with Sleep Apnoea costs unnecessary lives. Please share to raise awareness.
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The father of Toby (the young man killed in a traffic accident) meets up with the driver responsible for his death, due to undiagnosed sleep apnoea. Both these men live with their own horrific scars…Continue
Tags: tired, sleep-apnoea, DVLA, driving
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sleep2snore Feb 24, 2017.
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 those beautiful children with Down's Syndrome to take part in…Continue
Started Apr 1, 2016
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"Sorry for the delayed welcome Sophie. Great to hear things are going well with CPAP and some people do feel a little down at first. If you use Facebook I'd highly recommend joining our Private Support Group which is far more active…"
"Ah yes I clicked on your link Richard and seems that's an old link you found. This is the latest link to their current sleep apnoea products https://www.philips.co.uk/healthcare/solutions/sleep-and-respiratory-care/dream-family …"
"It's a shame nothing can be done about your polyps and septum, which is no doubt the cause of your issues. It too hate the Oracle, but there are a lot of people who use it very successfully - just not you or I lol."
"I honestly don't know Edam, as people usually ask us how to keep their mouths closed rather than open. It sounds like you need an ENT referral due to severe nasal issues. I had to have some surgery to breathe better in the masks."
"Ah right. We only got the Forma yesterday. I must say I prefer the 431 and 432 but of course we're all different."
"Yes I know John, and so often the missing jigsaw puzzle as to how we're feeling. I was shocked when I got my own severe sleep apnoea diagnosis and CPAP really is a life saver. Hope you don't have long to wait, and worth saying…"
"Welcome John and good to hear you've been diagnosed now and especially with your sleep apnoea being severe.
It really depends on each sleep clinic as to how long you'll have to wait for your CPAP - some give them out immediately,…"
"Hi Edam. Good to hear the new mask is helping, and those F & P FlexiFit 431, 432 and Forma's are still a favourite for a lot of people due to the chin support. (In fact we added the Forma to the charity's website yesterday…"
"You're not on your own there Richard - lots of people are upset the Liquicell has lost it's CE mark and can no longer be sold in the UK. I am still in touch with the manufacturer, begging for them to resolve it, and am waiting for…"
"Hi Richard. You may have seen it on their main website but they discontinued it a year or more ago, along with a few others. Are you struggling with your existing mask?"
"Hi Bob
I just replied to your other post and have the answer here (that it's APAP you're on). Nobody will have a go at you on here, about driving, as you've clearly said that you don't drive when tired which is…"
"Hi Bob (delayed reply as the forum wouldn't post last time I tried). Your average pressure is certainly very low. I'm assuming it's auto pressures (APAP)? Your AHI is good too. It would be better to upload a…"
"Sorry Richard, but I clearly remember replying to you a whle ago but my comment's not here. If it's not too late to say, I'd mentioned that it may not be worth trying the Philip's TrueBlue as the mask is now discontinued as…"
"Sorry Bob, but I missed your post. If you're having broken sleep this will cause daytime tiredness. Roughly every 90 mins we go into REM sleep and I'm wondering if you're being woken up by the pressure rising when apnoeas…"
"How did you get on at the GP Royston? Hopefully, you got a sleep clinic referral as you do need a diagnosis for a CPAP machine which is a prescription item."
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Medications Affecting Sleep
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CPAP TIPS
The following are my own tips in helping with my own treatment, and are not meant as a substitute for medical advice. However, I hope they prove useful.
CPAP/APAP/BIPAP TOLERANCE PROBLEMS
A lot of people find it hard to tolerate their equipment at first, so it's a good idea to set it up during the day whilst relaxing, such as watching tv,…
ContinuePosted on October 25, 2011 at 20:00
Comment Wall (95 comments)
- At 15:32 on November 2, 2017,
YasminVaughan said…
- Hi Kath I've being using a cpap machine for over 3 years the res meds one and full mask the last few weeks I have been getting bad headaches and dried sinuses making me feel horrid . I've got pressure on 7 a wooly cover for hose humidifier, I'm running out of ideas I did use a nasal spray at nite but was told to stop this I've joined today many thanks
- At 15:22 on August 23, 2014,
Hi Kath, thanks for the welcome. Having just started therapy after a 2 year struggle to get diagnosed I have a bunch of questions but I'll try to see if they've been asked and answered on the forum first before raining them down on everyone.
- At 10:26 on March 12, 2014,
Amelia Kennedy said…
Thanks Kath, I'll wait until Marion's able to reply. I don't want to disturb while she's poorly - it can wait for now. Thanks once again for your help x
- At 14:01 on March 10, 2014,
Hi Kath, thanks for the comment about Marion and sorry to hear she's not well. I've added her as a friend and am waiting for her to accept. I'm not sure where I should copy/paste my comment to her though as it already appears to be there? I'm not familiar with the forum set-up yet - that's my excuse anyway! x
- At 0:12 on March 8, 2014,
Sandra Gibbens said…
Thank you for adding me, already I've received so much support and information, and it's very much appreciated!
- At 15:51 on March 6, 2014,
Thanks Kath!
- At 15:12 on March 6, 2014,
Interesting ... thanks Kath, I'll take a look. I've also been using mine for years - 15 in fact and get along with it fine now (after a load of teething problems!). What I do hate is the weight and bulk of it. I'm worrying about how me and my husband can get away for a few days in the summer as he's just had his driving licence revoked due to ill-health and I can't drive. I guess I'll be pleading with Papworth again when I go in a couple of months to test me on other (smaller) machines - usually to no avail!
- At 19:57 on February 6, 2014,
June Ostiadel said…
Hi Kath, thanks again for the useful info. Firstly I did wonder if it's some natural oils coming out of my skin; I always wash before bed and use no creams. You mentioned the change in temperature during the night, well, my face often gets hot and I wondered if that could cause the mask to slip as well as a drop in temp.
I clean my mask every day, wiping with a little washing up liquid then wipe/rinse with clean wet cloth.
The hospital tried me on APAP but when the pressure rose it caused leaking so they change it for me.
I have a medium size mask (the hospital fitted it) and although I have a small face I have quite a big nose lol.
I visited the sleep clinic last June/July at St James Hospital in Leeds, when I was given the CPAP machine. I haven't been asked to go back yet; they only gave me one spare filter. How long would you expect a mask to last and how often should I change the filter?
NB I have just order some items from your website which may help me too; the cleansing wipes, the cream to help sore skin etc and the card (in case of emergency).
Thank you so much for your help, glad I found you
- At 6:23 on February 6, 2014,
I almost always get off get off to sleep with no problem at all; my mask appears to fit quite well, however, after maybe two or three hours I wake up; mask leaking usually from around top of nose. Trouble is when I awake I then want the loo, anyway, I have realised that if I wipe my face and mask with a damp cloth (I have this at the side of bed) after I've done faffing, I can sometimes go back to sleep for another hour or so, but, sometimes at this time I just cannot get the mask to fit without it leaking; then I give up.
- At 17:48 on February 5, 2014,
Thank you Kath it's nice to be here. I was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea about 5 months and have just about mastered the equipment, however, on some occasions I struggle and unfortunately ,I have to sleep without using the machine all night. I found this site when someone on Health Unlocked recommended it
June
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Morning everyone, just a bit about my condition, my Daughter recognised that I stopped breathing when asleep over a year ago and I reported it to the Dr and after having what seems like every test a body can have, I finally got a machine over…"
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I live in London, so we have lots of limescale in the tap water. Originally I used Purified Water BP from the pharmacy. Then I switched to using supermarket bottled water - it's food-grade after all. I got a bit of scale in…"
"Hi there - just saying hello - I’ve been using a cpap machine for about 4 years now after so many years of trying to convince an old GP something was wrong. Moved and new GP said - let’s test you for sleep apnoea!
Have moved again so…"
Cancelled out patient appointment.
HiI had an appnt due 5th May for results of NHS sleep study and to get the machine and mask. Since most appointments are being cancelled I've paid for a private sleep study despite having an NHS one several weeks ago.I'll get the results within 7 to…See More
"Hi Kath Thanks so much for your reply - I attached some screen shots... Thanks so much ! wow I wonder how the laser surgery could have made things worse! "
"Hi Sophie I'm new to OSA and haven't been supplied with a machine or mask yet but due to the virus my local hospital are canceling all appointments.
I hope to experience the machine and mask and I've asked for a copy of my sleep…"
"Hi Lynn
I bought my machine many (many!) years ago. It's a DeVilbiss Intellipap (also sold as a SleepCube) APAP machine and I am very happy with it although no doubt the technology has moved on. I am replying to mention that I…"
"Hello everyone,I've recently been diagnosed with OSA but not yet prided with the mask or machine. I have found several out patient appnts have been cancelled and hope that mine on the 5th May isn't but won't be surprised if it…"
"Hi Haneen
It's very difficult to pinpoint what happens when symptoms return. If you can post a daily screenshot from an average night we could take a look for you. Without seeing that, a few other things to consider is that the…"
"I got my machine two days ago have now slept for two twelve hour times.
Starting to feel human"
"Sorry for the delayed welcome Sophie. Great to hear things are going well with CPAP and some people do feel a little down at first. If you use Facebook I'd highly recommend joining our Private Support Group which is far more active…"
"Hi everyone,
I thought I'd introduce myself. I am Sophie and I was diagnosed with OSA a year ago. I am managing okay with the mask and think it is helping my health overall. I am, however, struggling more with feeling down in the past few…"
"Ah yes I clicked on your link Richard and seems that's an old link you found. This is the latest link to their current sleep apnoea products https://www.philips.co.uk/healthcare/solutions/sleep-and-respiratory-care/dream-family …"
"Hi Kath,
The Trueblue is still on the Philips website here https://www.philips.co.uk/healthcare/solutions/sleep-and-respiratory-care/masks
which is why I thought it was still available. Anyway, I’ve gone ahead and ordered the…"
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