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Mary Z replied to Tom Cannon's discussion ResMed software update"I am only guessing that they are constantly updating, but the changes might just be with each new version of the machine. There was a long discussion on this on apneaboard and I believe the consensus was you can't update your machine as…"
Mary Z replied to Corey Stricker's discussion MRCA & infectious diseases"I think this is a question for your infectious disease doctor. I think I would want to change masks and get a new hose. Many of us carry MRSA in our nostrils."
Tom Cannon posted a discussionResMed software update
Does ResMed ever update the software that runs their XPAP machines? And if yes how often and how do you getthe new version?See More
ZolliStar replied to Corey Stricker's discussion MRCA & infectious diseases"Maybe this will help: http://www.sleepguide.com/forum/topics/soclean-cpap-sanitizing-machine?xg_source=activity"
Corey Stricker posted a discussionMRCA & infectious diseases
I am looking for advice regarding CPAP and infectious disease. A couple weeks ago I came down with a Staph infection, or MRCA, in my nostril. I have not used my CPAP machine since then as I have been waiting for the infection to clear up. I am concerned that the CPAP may have been the source of infection. If this is the case, I am concerned about going back to using the CPAP in fear of being re-infected. Is anyone knowledgable about MRCA and whether it can be transmitted through the tubing…See More
ZolliStar commented on Peter Esposito's status" I'm sure you've tried this, but if you haven't: Maybe you should change to a different mask?
FWIW, I recently tried a full face mask and can't say I really like it. I tried to get used to it,…"
ZolliStar posted a discussionSoClean CPAP Sanitizing Machine
Has anyone tried this machine? If it does what it say -- fully sanitize the mask, headgear and tank -- it sounds like a real benefit and likely worth the cost.https://betterrestsolutions.com/SC1100-SoClean-CPAP-Sanitizing-Unit_p_17.htmlSee More
joe replied to joe's discussion operation"I have recently had a small operation for the above.
It involves a small camera going up the nose and then you are sent to sleep.
When you have an Apnea the camera picks up what is causing it.
I returned this week as an out patient and was told that…"
Lee Dryden posted a discussionNew Sleeping with CPAP blog entries
Hello,My recent entries include a review of a CPAP-related product and the results of a contest for the nastiest CPAP mask. Thanks for reading. http://www.sleepingwithcpap.blogspot.com/See More
Henning replied to Henning's discussion Blood pressure medication and breathing."Lisinopril is also an ACE inhibitors, with the same side effects.
Henning"
RockRpsgt replied to Henning's discussion Blood pressure medication and breathing."We have seen a little of this in the lab. Mainly with lisinopril."
angela kyzer posted a status"Has everyone gotten to sign up for Free CEC as well as Free issues of the magazine???"
RockRpsgt replied to mollete's discussion Search Function on SleepGuide"Hello Ms. Renee. I hope things ahve improved for you.
FYI-I get a huge kick out of 99's post. I am friends with Thomas on just about every social site I am on."
RockRpsgt replied to Clueless in Redwood Shores's discussion Apnea and Cancer"I just read this lastnight."
Clueless in Redwood Shores posted a discussionApnea and Cancer
Two new studies suggest cancer is one more risk of untreated apnea.http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/20/sleep-apnea-tied-to-increased-cancer-risk/See More
Mary Z left a comment for Renee"Renee, you really give me too much credit. Thanks for your kindness.
Mary Z."
Steven Y. Park, MD posted a discussionExpert Interview: Dr. Ted Belfor on “Developing the Face and The Airway with a Removable Dental Appliance: The Homeoblock”
Please join me on Tuesday, May 29th, at 8PM Eastern for my next Expert Interview. This month, Dr. Ted Belfor will give a presentation on “Developing the Face and The Airway with a Removable Dental Appliance: The Homeoblock”.Click here to register: http://doctorstevenpark.com/?p=7221See More
Henning replied to Henning's discussion Blood pressure medication and breathing."Yes, you can find links to OSA.
I think the biggest problem is that many of the side effects that can follow Enalapril, are also symptoms of OSA. Therefore, it may be difficult to separate symptoms.
Here is a link linking OSA and Enalapril…"
Pillow Type Head Gear
The first apnea head gear I received three weeks ago was the ResMed Swift FX. Used it for almost a week and decided I didn't like it. The Company I use gave me a Resperonics Comfort Gel Mask. Used it two nights and I hate it. Made my skin itch under the mask, especially around the nose area. Went back to using the Swift FX pillows. Decided I liked them better than I first thought. Can someone tell me what pillow type gear they use and how do they like them? Also, how often do you clean the pillows and what do you use to do the cleaning.
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Ginny Edmundson said:Can't wait to hear. One time I asked the T at my DOCTOR"S office what would I do if I could not find a mask to fit and he shrugged, "guess you will just have to stop CPAP". I feel like since March 17th I have been on a one woman crusade!
Rita Butler said:
Ginny Edmundson said:Swift FX comes with XS pillows too. Have you tried them? I also have wondered about the Optilife. I guess it depends if it really fits the size of your face. Most masks are just too big for me. Wonder if Cpaplibrary.com has them to try? Sounds like many of us have the same problems
Ginny, I forgot that I gave back the Swift FX and got the Swift Lt instead. But the pillows are too big on this one too, so I'll ask about them tomorrow. Not a bad mask except for the pillows and the fact that I need a chin strap. And BTW, this is the mask that comes with the clip that allows you to put the tube over your head and out of your way. It came with three pillows - small, medium, and large but I'll ask about a petite size or xsmall.
Looking at all the products I see that mine started out with the cheapest masks first and every time they give me a different one it's a higher priced product. I blame the insurance company for that. But my company should have the OptiLife mask because all the masks they've given me are from Respironics.
Sorry I got the names of my masks mixed up. I now have two from the company, the Swift Lt (which I wonder is for a man) and the Comfort Gel one. My problem is my face is small and short.
I'll let you know tomorrow what the outcome is after I talk to the Company.
Rita
Hi Ginny ~ I just called my company and they have the OptiLife mask. They hopefully will be able to get here today. I need a good night's sleep.
If this doesn't work, I'm thinking of going back to the Swift FX but this time with the extra small pillows and ask them if they have a better chip strap than the cheap one they first sent me. They must have. I can't believe anyone would be happy with the one I got.
I'll let you know how the OptiLife fits when I get a chance to use it. I see that it comes with two different types of pillows. It looks like they can both be used at the same time.
Rita
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