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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…"
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The Dangers of Snoring
The link below is a a great article on the dangers of snoring that was published in the Huffington Post last week.…Continue
Started Mar 14, 2011
Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available
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A brand NEW Sleep Apnea & Snoring Chin Strap that really works is now available. 100% Guaranteed. Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ginny Edmundson Feb 5.
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Ginny Edmundson replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Yes, I agree! I would like custom made moulded for "you" nasal pillows, too. I would also like to find a DME company that had the time to give me some individual help, rather than just handing an item to me. I have used…"
Kay Day replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"I'll have to check out Pad A Cheek. I've read lots of good comments about how successful they are at keeping marks off the face. It's good to know that Karen takes "special" orders. Now if we can just get the mask…"
Ginny Edmundson replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"I am waiting for a "special" order from Karen at Pad A Cheek (she is so nice). I am using some soft fleece I had and it helps a little but where the straps from the nasal pillows still hit my skin near the sides of my nose I get deep…"
Kay Day replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Ginny
When I tried the Tiara Ruby Red, it left marks on my face, too, but it didn’t keep my mouth closed. I got rid of the marks by making a “sleeve” of soft fleece for each side of the strap where it was leaving marks. I put them…"
Kay Day replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Marcia
With the large chin strap, have you tried putting it on lower on your face and then fastening the over-the-head strap further back on your head? Since the back-of-the neck straps on the large are too long, you could shorten one or both ends…"
ZolliStar replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Those interested in trying the Ultimate Chin Strap should know that you can return it within 30 days if it doesn't work for you.
I tried and and liked the Ultimate, but returned it: I wake throughout the night and like to have a sip of…"
Ginny Edmundson replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"It does seem to pull my jaw in such a position that my tongue is forward. It IS tight, though. Sometimes I have to loosen it. My oral appliance is the Myerson EMA appliance. My dentist's wife uses one with good results.…"
MZH replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"I went to a new dentist who suggested an NTI for starters - is that what you got? - b/c I do grind a lot sometimes. The bad news is that he would charge $600, which is outrageous for a tiny piece of plastic that they shape in the office. The good…"
Ginny Edmundson replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Well, it has been the only one that fit me. It adjusts at the top of the head and the back. I have to have it pretty snug to work. I had a custom made oral appliance made and it DID not work. I was very disappointed (and out over…"
MZH replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"I'm intrigued by the tongue forward. Is that the only one that does that? (I know I need to keep my tongue forward which is why I'm intrigued.) I have tiny lip leaks that still happen even with chin straps. That's why the mummy looks…"
Ginny Edmundson replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"I love the Tiara ruby red, also. BUT in it's small size. The only problem is MARKS on face in the morning. But it does keep my chin positioned so that my tongue stays forward and then my mouth does not open.
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MZH replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Glad it works for you, Kay. I have both the small and the regular straps. I also bought a Swft FX on Russ's recommendation. But the regular strap is too big for me at the chin and under the nose; the top strap is the right lenght for me but it…"
Kay Day replied to Russell Macmillan's discussion Ultimate Chin Strap - New Product Now Available"Marcia,
I had been using a full-face mask unsuccessfully for about four months. Every other mask I had ever used (I've been on CPAP 12 years) either leaked, slid out of place (I'm a side sleeper), gave me a face rash -- you name the…"
Russell Macmillan posted a blog postChin Straps- the good, bad and ugly
Hello fellow sufferers - my name is Russ. I am fairly new to SG but more than likely, I have endured very similar obstacles as you. I have always been a snorer and was recently diagnosed with sleep apnea. I distinctly remember the first night I tried the CPAP machine that my MD insisted would help me. I awoke a few hours into the night with complete frustration – I was very uncomfortable, my mouth was dry, my jaw ached, and the side of my face was incredibly sore. I sat at the edge of my bed in…See More
Russell Macmillan replied to Ginny Edmundson's discussion CPAP + oral appliance???"Hi Ginny...I don't use an oral appliance, but I do use a chin strap..the ultimate chin strap for sleep apnea...I have lowered my pressure by four points and it keeps mouth posiitioned correctly...Russ"
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Chin Straps- the good, bad and ugly
Hello fellow sufferers - my name is Russ. I am fairly new to SG but more than likely, I have endured very similar obstacles as you. I have always been a snorer and was recently diagnosed with sleep apnea. I distinctly remember the first night I tried the CPAP machine that my MD insisted would help me. I awoke a few hours into the night with complete frustration – I was very uncomfortable, my mouth was dry, my jaw ached, and the side of my face was incredibly sore. I sat at the edge of my bed…
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- At 11:44pm on May 17, 2011,
wayne fleming said… Hi Russell
I like your idea of the anti snoring strap, i personally have problems breathing through my nose because of some sinus deformity inside my nose when i get any dust or irritation my mucus membrane swells and i cannot breathe clearly, i have had silver nitrate treatment in the past which somewhat helped but i would be scared of using your device for fear of suffocation.
thanks for your friend request anyway.
good luck
Wayno.
- At 9:19pm on March 2, 2011,
sleepycarol said… - Welcome to the forum. We are glad you joined.
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