"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."
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Hope your well, Kath
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Kath, just read your newsletter and hope you and your husband are on the improve and make sure you don't over do it.Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope Jul 31, 2013.
Another sad story
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I'm sure Kath would have got around to posting this sad story, it just makes me think how lucky we have been to be diagnosed. James Gray Bolton by Brenda (Baton Rouge, LA) He was my beautiful…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope Jan 13, 2013.
Merry Christmas
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To all my sleep apnea friends, it's Christmas Day here in Australia so can wish you a merry Christmas, to everyone else around the world have a good nights sleep tonight and every night.Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope Dec 25, 2012.
Why we have to use CPAP
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Just read this story on another site, I'm sure the lady would be happy to share as she wants to get the SA story out. Anyone that reads this should understand why we have to use a CPAP.Jim Farrell,…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope Nov 10, 2012.
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"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 "
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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?"
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"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…"
"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…"
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
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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…"
"11K+? Ok that's probably where I should look then :-)"
"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…"
"There's some information here, but generally it's very common and likely due to our anatomy."
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Gday Terry , congratulations for your award !!!yeah , that's right , not using one at all until , I hear back from Centrelink . I know its not very healthy . !. when I hear back , I ll go ands get it . I have enough money in the bank , but only just k
Hi Terry , how you going . I had to bring the trial machine back last week . I went to centrelink ( they reckon they can help by a couple hundred dollars towards the new machine ). I made an appt to see the Dr. to help fill it out , its in a couple of weeks.. is that your machine in the photo., how much was that.the Fisher & paykel will be $2500 ! cheers Kath
Yes I do Terry, but thanks for thinking of me
Ba Humbug - fancy someone daring to do fireworks on New Year's Eve
I saw the lovely display in Sydney on the tv. London looked nice tonight at midnight too. Fireworks wouldn't have bothered me, as I'm a night owl, but my New Year's resolution is to get to bed by midnight. I made the same one last year and it never worked, so watch this space...
Absolutely hated it when I fell asleep without the mask though... I used to do it in the early days when I read my book in bed before putting the mask on. Now I read on my Kindle with big fonts with the mask safely in place. Happy New Year!
Had a great Christmas thank and just preparing for our New Year Celebrations now with 6 hours to go....... Happy 2013 Terry and thank for all your imput on here during 2012
Social Media marketing is another ball game really. You really need someone that knows all the platforms in depth and the key is a good sound strategy. We use Facebook,Pinterest,You Tube,Twitter and Google Plus is another we are just starting with. Annie Infinite is an absolute gem. Any hoozle it sounds like you have an amazing job......you know i have just realised you are a man! I thought i had been chatting to a lady! LOL! As for medications and other stuff would rather not chat about that openly on a forum. Happy to share by email though.
This discussion is reminding me of a funny post I put on Pinterest (yes, yet another place people like to be Terry
Here's the link http://pinterest.com/pin/87398048990369118/
I wasn't a lover of Facebook myself, but I've realised just how valuable it is to communicate with people. I use all the different social media sites so I can help people in the place they feel more comfortable. There are lots of people who are uncomfortable in forums too. We have hundreds of visitors every day, but not everyone joins. At least they're getting help though
How very interesting, well if you need anyone to help you with strategy i know an amazing lady up here in Queensland , she runs Saucy Social Media http://saucysocialmedia.com/ she really is an absolute guru and could do amazing things for your brands without charging ridiculous prices! take a look at her website and see what you think. My role is far
more humble.....i look after Social Media and PR for Maleny Dairies. We are a fourth generation dairy farm and have taken on the big guys by building our own processing plant so that we can support other farming familiies and pay them a decent price for their milk. We also run tours of the farm and factory which is quite unique for a dairy farm. Works well for me as i work from home mostly so no-one knows i am still in my P.J's!!! Have not been able to have a full time role now for years, you know why!
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