Seeking advice re: buying a REMstar Auto A-Flex on Craig's List - SleepGuide2024-03-29T08:38:55Zhttps://www.sleepguide.com/forum/topics/seeking-advice-re-buying-a-remstar-auto-a-flex-on-craig-s-list?commentId=2549090%3AComment%3A413235&xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThank you Marytag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-10-02:2549090:Comment:4132592013-10-02T21:08:23.130ZTerry Vellahttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/TerryVella
Thank you Mary
Thank you Mary As dogs have become more dome…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-10-02:2549090:Comment:4132552013-10-02T14:52:37.191ZMary Zhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/MaryZimlich
<p>As dogs have become more domesticated they have truly become beloved friends and companions. I have helped more than one dog (with the aid of a kind vet) cross over to the rainbow bridge and I still grieve for everyone of them. They make us more humane with their selfless love. I wish for the best for your dog, Terry, and for you and your wife.</p>
<p>As dogs have become more domesticated they have truly become beloved friends and companions. I have helped more than one dog (with the aid of a kind vet) cross over to the rainbow bridge and I still grieve for everyone of them. They make us more humane with their selfless love. I wish for the best for your dog, Terry, and for you and your wife.</p> Good friends had a beloved po…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-10-01:2549090:Comment:4133262013-10-01T23:52:14.094ZZolliStarhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/ZolliStar
<p>Good friends had a beloved poodle who did, indeed, die peacefully in her sleep.</p>
<p>She wasn't in pain but she was blind, more incontinent than not, and had trouble walking and getting about. The manner of her death was a gift. Likewise the over two decades of joy she gave my friends was a gift.</p>
<p>Good friends had a beloved poodle who did, indeed, die peacefully in her sleep.</p>
<p>She wasn't in pain but she was blind, more incontinent than not, and had trouble walking and getting about. The manner of her death was a gift. Likewise the over two decades of joy she gave my friends was a gift.</p> Thanks for the advice Zollist…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-28:2549090:Comment:4129182013-09-28T22:09:51.110ZTerry Vellahttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/TerryVella
<p>Thanks for the advice Zollistar, I'm Ok with it now but my wife won't let go, I don't think he is in pain but he gets me up a few times a night howling which isn't good for my sleep hygiene and we have to look after ourselves so we can look after others. She says she will know when it's time but I'm not sure she will, I hope he dies peacefully one night in his sleep, thanks again for the advice and hope your going Ok.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice Zollistar, I'm Ok with it now but my wife won't let go, I don't think he is in pain but he gets me up a few times a night howling which isn't good for my sleep hygiene and we have to look after ourselves so we can look after others. She says she will know when it's time but I'm not sure she will, I hope he dies peacefully one night in his sleep, thanks again for the advice and hope your going Ok.</p> Some 18 months ago I had to (…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-27:2549090:Comment:4131782013-09-27T19:38:55.245ZZolliStarhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/ZolliStar
<p>Some 18 months ago I had to (finally) put my dog to sleep.</p>
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<p>I remember well the marathon night that he wimpered seven times during the night, which meant that I had to get dressed and take him out. (I live in New York City, not far from the Empire State Building.)</p>
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<p>I. Was. Utterly. Exhausted.</p>
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<p>Still, I couldn't bring myself to take him to the vet, although he was old and truly failing.</p>
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<p>When I finally did have to take him to the vet, it…</p>
<p>Some 18 months ago I had to (finally) put my dog to sleep.</p>
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<p>I remember well the marathon night that he wimpered seven times during the night, which meant that I had to get dressed and take him out. (I live in New York City, not far from the Empire State Building.)</p>
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<p>I. Was. Utterly. Exhausted.</p>
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<p>Still, I couldn't bring myself to take him to the vet, although he was old and truly failing.</p>
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<p>When I finally did have to take him to the vet, it was so urgent that I had to go to a (very expensive) vet's office that was open 24/7. (My vet's hours were over.) Awful.</p>
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<p>But I drew a lucky straw. I had a very nice young vet who had to "do the deed": low woman on the totem pole. She gave me a piece of advice that an older, experienced vet had given her. If I had heard it sooner, Sam (and I) would probably have been better off.</p>
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<p>So I pass along the advice to you:</p>
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<p>"A week too soon is better than a day too late."</p>
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<p>Frankly, I was a day too late.</p>
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<p>I will never, ever repeat that mistake.</p>
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<p>Take the above FWIW.</p>
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<p><cite>Terry Vella said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.sleepguide.com/forum/topics/seeking-advice-re-buying-a-remstar-auto-a-flex-on-craig-s-list?xg_source=activity#2549090Comment412911"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>ZolliStar, my dog is still going, not sure if that is good or bad, some night's he has me up a couple of times which isn't good for my sleep hygiene.</p>
<p>I think you made the right decision about the APAP for now. Not sure if I asked before, are you using any software to look at your results like Sleepyhead, which is free.</p>
<p>I'm not 100% sure it will work on your machine.</p>
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</blockquote> Wise advice.
I decided to le…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-27:2549090:Comment:4132492013-09-27T19:29:39.111ZZolliStarhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/ZolliStar
<p>Wise advice.</p>
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<p>I decided to let this time go by, courtesy of Terry Vela's advice. BUT I am on the watch for a really top-of-the-line APAP. While the MAD seems to be working (and it takes a while to adjust: the dentist has to advance the item after a few weeks to get maximum effect), while it seems to be working, there are possible side-effects in terms of dental movement, etc., etc. Because of this, I may alternate between the machine and the MAD.</p>
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<p>Wise advice.</p>
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<p>I decided to let this time go by, courtesy of Terry Vela's advice. BUT I am on the watch for a really top-of-the-line APAP. While the MAD seems to be working (and it takes a while to adjust: the dentist has to advance the item after a few weeks to get maximum effect), while it seems to be working, there are possible side-effects in terms of dental movement, etc., etc. Because of this, I may alternate between the machine and the MAD.</p>
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<p></p> ZolliStar, I just saw your po…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-27:2549090:Comment:4131752013-09-27T19:23:24.724ZMary Zhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/MaryZimlich
<p>ZolliStar, I just saw your post about buying the AUTO machine. It sounded like a fair price. I don't necessarily think that the difference in the severity of your apnea governs the mode of operation of your machine. Whatever works, is comfortable, and that you use is the best machine for you. The expiratory relief may be enough comfort for most people.</p>
<p>Craigslist is probably fine for a second hand machine. I don't think cpap machines are subject to much abuse (and perhaps much…</p>
<p>ZolliStar, I just saw your post about buying the AUTO machine. It sounded like a fair price. I don't necessarily think that the difference in the severity of your apnea governs the mode of operation of your machine. Whatever works, is comfortable, and that you use is the best machine for you. The expiratory relief may be enough comfort for most people.</p>
<p>Craigslist is probably fine for a second hand machine. I don't think cpap machines are subject to much abuse (and perhaps much use). If the home is nonsmoking or pet free may be important points.</p>
<p>Often times I have to tell myself they aren't going to quit making them when I want, but don't need an item.</p> ZolliStar, my dog is still go…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-22:2549090:Comment:4129112013-09-22T05:26:21.656ZTerry Vellahttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/TerryVella
<p>ZolliStar, my dog is still going, not sure if that is good or bad, some night's he has me up a couple of times which isn't good for my sleep hygiene.</p>
<p>I think you made the right decision about the APAP for now. Not sure if I asked before, are you using any software to look at your results like Sleepyhead, which is free.</p>
<p>I'm not 100% sure it will work on your machine.</p>
<p>ZolliStar, my dog is still going, not sure if that is good or bad, some night's he has me up a couple of times which isn't good for my sleep hygiene.</p>
<p>I think you made the right decision about the APAP for now. Not sure if I asked before, are you using any software to look at your results like Sleepyhead, which is free.</p>
<p>I'm not 100% sure it will work on your machine.</p> Terry, I just called the man…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-22:2549090:Comment:4130902013-09-22T02:34:07.319ZZolliStarhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/ZolliStar
<p> Terry, I just called the man to tell him that I won't be buying the APAP.</p>
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<p>Thanks for the bracing advice -- and saving me $400.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>ZolliStar said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.sleepguide.com/forum/topics/seeking-advice-re-buying-a-remstar-auto-a-flex-on-craig-s-list?commentId=2549090%3AComment%3A413239&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2549090Comment413089"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>I'm leaning toward saving the $400. My SA is severe. Also,…</p>
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<p> Terry, I just called the man to tell him that I won't be buying the APAP.</p>
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<p>Thanks for the bracing advice -- and saving me $400.<br/> <br/> <cite>ZolliStar said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.sleepguide.com/forum/topics/seeking-advice-re-buying-a-remstar-auto-a-flex-on-craig-s-list?commentId=2549090%3AComment%3A413239&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2549090Comment413089"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>I'm leaning toward saving the $400. My SA is severe. Also, we're testing a dental device so I may be gilding the lilly just because I'm really keen to experience really, really good sleep.</p>
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<p>Some day, if I'm patient and persistent, it will happen to me....</p>
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</blockquote> I'm leaning toward saving the…tag:www.sleepguide.com,2013-09-21:2549090:Comment:4130892013-09-21T23:29:35.550ZZolliStarhttps://www.sleepguide.com/profile/ZolliStar
<p>I'm leaning toward saving the $400. My SA is severe. Also, we're testing a dental device so I may be gilding the lilly just because I'm really keen to experience really, really good sleep.</p>
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<p>Some day, if I'm patient and persistent, it will happen to me....</p>
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<p>How is your dog doing?</p>
<p>I'm leaning toward saving the $400. My SA is severe. Also, we're testing a dental device so I may be gilding the lilly just because I'm really keen to experience really, really good sleep.</p>
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<p>Some day, if I'm patient and persistent, it will happen to me....</p>
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<p>How is your dog doing?</p>