How often should cpap machines be replaced
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humidifier, as that is an added expense. The machines have been replaced a few times though. Now I am wondering if the lung nodules could have been caused by my uncleaned CPAP, which frequently had old and unwashed tubing and masks. Anyone know of an established correlation?
Also, my brother tells me that the guidelines for replacing masks, tubing, etc. have recently been revised to shorter periods. Of course insurance companies probably haven't revised anything.
Hi I just wanted to comment about your CPAP problem. I have been using a CPAP for many years. Ever so often you should have a new sleep study as the pressure setting may need to be changed. Also the doctor needs to know about your head jerks, he will be able to determine what is causing them. So if I were you I would make an appointment with your sleep doctor as soon as possible.
You might want to google something like 'sleep apnea mouth breathing leaks' to find info on how cpap treatment is adversely affected by mouth breathing. The need for cpap is not based on how one feels or doesn't feel or how long it takes, but on diagnosis. Also, timing till one feels better is most realistically assessed by counting the time as starting after one knows their treatment is optimized and all the 'bugs' worked out.
Good luck going forward.
Cpap machines are a scam. Horrible contraptions that ruin health and break relationships. Big money is made selling these monstrous, ugly, humiliating machines. All of the companies want you to think that they are wonderful and your spouse will love it and it's great look. You will have a personal, intimate relationship with this machine that will become more important than your spouse. Your spouse will feel left out, betrayed and alone. Do not fall for the scam. Demand another option.
If you want a raised head then the head end of the bed should be raised. Pillows should be kept to the minimum. Lowering the CPAP pressure can help but do not do this without consulting your sleep specialist. Switching over to bilevel pressure or C-Flex may help you too. So ask your specialist about it.
Take care!
You know, my husband also has a missing bone between sinus and brain. Just a small fragment and no one knows why but it was after sinus surgery when they informed him of this. There is something about the consistency of egg white that separates them. Kind of freaky. Anyway, this is a good question for your doctor. I wouldn't think this should be an issue but you'd want to make sure you have just the right pressure setting for your cpap device.
This machine dries up the eyes and nasal passages which causes irritation, burning and sneezing. However pulmonary fibrosis cannot be due to CPAP use. Alternatively uses of CPAP mask in pulmonary fibrosis can cause claustrophobia like symptoms.
Lung scarring occurs due to pathological deposition of fibrous tissue. This is a progressive disease usually and hence needs frequent periodic monitoring.
My c-pap machine is a REMstarAUTO with A-Flex. It's a very good machine. I took the model with the humidifier because they air in winter is to dry not to have it. My only problem is that I have a nasal mask only and I should have get two! One nasal and a full face for when I have sinus infections (which is often with me!). I tried both but I prefer the nasal one.
If you have a the chance ask if you can try diferent kind of mask before you make your choice.
What I would like to know whether this is normal adn whether it will disappear with time or should I be concerned about it and cease using the CPCP. I spoke with the folks at the store where I got the machine and they say that they have not heard of issues like this. But they are in the business of selling machines and I have it on a thirty day trial so that info may be biased. I will be seeing my family doctor is about ten days. Any help advice will be appreciated.
HI snootynan, how are you doing? Are you able to get sleep with the use of CPAP and since when you are using this machine? Are you suffering from dyspepsia? I think the bloating sensation you are feeling is due to gulping of more air with the cpap than otherwise. Hope this link may be of some help to you: http://seniorhealth.about.com/cs/digestivetract/a/gas_cause_3.htm
Try to avoid spicy junk foods and aerated drinks. You may take antiflatulants and antacids.
It sounds like he has never received the support from his sleep professionals that he should be getting. And/or he's never asked for help.
His pressure setting might not be correct. His mask may be far too uncomfortable. He may be having too high a leak rate from mask leaks or mouth leaks.
t know what they are doing. They sell CPAP machines when sleep apnea can be corrected by natural means. They pump you full of dangerous off label psychiatric drugs that don't put you to sleep. With the complexities and extremes inherent with my condition, I find the doctors scared, confused, and by no means equipped to deal with this.
Although CPAP does help some patients with UARS, most can't tolerate it. Dental appliances that pull the lower jaw forward is another good option, but you have to find a dentist that is good at it. Coincidentally, I just interviewed a dentist on this subject. You can download and listen to it here: http://tinyurl.com/df8bdl
You can see an ENT, but it will be hit or miss in terms of how well he or she will understand UARS. If you have any nasal symptoms, they can help you with that.
Sleeping with head aligned with the body helps. If you want a raised head then the head end of the bed should be raised. Pillows should be kept to the minimum. Lowering the CPAP pressure can help but do not do this without consulting your sleep specialist. Switching over to bilevel pressure or C-Flex may help you too. So ask your specialist about it. Take care!
Usiing a CPAP will probably allow you both to sleep in the same room again...though my wife complains the CPAP unit is too loud...which it is probably just needing to be replaced as they are usually fairly quiet (especially compare to snoring!)
Go and google the terms: sleep apnea cardiac risk
you will see many hits on this topic.
I've been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea. I also have major sinus problems. I've tried the bipap and cpap machines with many different mask and can't find anything I can tolerate. The mask is one thing, but the air being forced causes my sinus problems to increase by stopping up my nose which makes me breathe through my mouth which as everyone knows won't work. Does anyone have issues close to what I have or any other suggestions.
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