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Heather<p>7. After a bit of an interrupted night - a sore septum night last night - with rough sleep from 5am when I took off the mask, I can't believe I used to cope on sleep interrupted by bad dreams and abrupt gasping wakings. I don't know how I did it.</p><p>So if you think you might have <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/sleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepApnea</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/sleepApnoea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepApnoea</span></a> get yourself checked out. If you need to sleep with a <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> it's not the end of the world. Some people sail through, I made hard work of it, but it works in the end.</p>
Heather<p>3. and I realised that part of the problem was the seal of the mask pressing on a raised mole near my nose. The obvious solution to that was a nasal mask of some sort, so after a couple of attempts I got an appointment at the resp medicine clinic Jan/Feb this year. They weren't convinced it was right for me but it was that or not be able to use a <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> at all, so they decided to give it a go. They gave me nasal pillows which sit under the nostrils instead of encasing the nose cont'd</p>
Heather<p>This is an update on my experience of learning to sleep with a <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> machine. It's intended primarily as encouragement for anyone newly diagnosed with <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/sleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepApnea</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/sleepApnoea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepApnoea</span></a>, because for me, early on, reading about other people's success stories was the only way I stuck with it. </p><p>I was diagnosed November 2024, which I wasn't really expecting. I really really wasn't expecting to be told I needed to sleep with a CPAP machine and was a bit alarmed at the prospect esp being claustrophopbic cont'd</p>
Mike 🇬🇧 🇪🇺<p><span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://cupoftea.social/@pseudoscience" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>pseudoscience</span></a></span><br>My wife has also joined the <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> club recently.<br>She didn't snore, but does now intermittently. Apart from that she's adapted to the thing really well (most nights).<br>She was waking up a lot and rge test seemed to show <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/sleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepApnea</span></a> although she has chronic pain and we're both convinced that isn't fed into the algorithms.</p><p>Good luck!</p>
Mike 🇬🇧 🇪🇺<p>Good morning.</p><p>I slept well, but was woken up by noises from Sacha's CPAP mask - and now she's using it she's started snoring as well - and I can't get back to sleep. I've got severe doubts about this <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> thing.</p><p>Sacha is at her last physiotherapy appointment this morning, so I'm driving her there as usual. <br>We need to get the rest of the hall, stairs and landing clear for the decorator who will be here at 8am tomorrow - so that's a job for this afternoon.</p><p>I'm feeling a bit 'flat' this morning. I need some energy, motivation and maybe a bit of joy in my life.</p><p>Anyway - enjoy your Wednesday.</p><p><a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/Today" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Today</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/SleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SleepApnea</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/GoodMorning" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>GoodMorning</span></a></p>
GreenSkyOverMe (Monika)<p><a href="https://ohai.social/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a>-Nutzer_innen: Man kann sich den Strom pauschal von der Krankenkasse erstatten lassen bis zu vier Jahre zurück. Sind etwa 40€ im Jahr.</p>
Mike 🇬🇧 🇪🇺<p>We've got nothing planned for today, except keeping cool. The forecast is for it to be slightly higher than yesterday at about 30°C.</p><p>Yesterday I discovered that the garden pond pump had died, so I've ordered a new one - I'm not getting yet another Hozelock one as they only seem to last a couple of years and care at least twice the price of competitors.</p><p>On the opposite side, we've actually got a delivery date for Sacha's new car. Only 10 more sleeps! (if I've counted correctly).</p><p>Sacha seems to be getting on well with her CPAP machine, much to my surprise - although the stupid app won't connect and show her the graphs.</p><p><a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/Today" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Today</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/GardenPond" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>GardenPond</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/weather" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>weather</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/leicestershire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>leicestershire</span></a></p>
Mike 🇬🇧 🇪🇺<p><span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://mastodon.scot/@NormanDunbar" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>NormanDunbar</span></a></span> Good morning Norman!</p><p>I'm expecting a fairly normal Sunday - off to the allotment later this morning. I've got some plants to plant, some beds to weed and I've got a cunning plan to restart the shed project.<br>My wife will be picking fruit and weeding as is her wont. She seems to have had a full night with her CPAP equipment - which will mean she's going to be really grumpy, or a new woman!</p><p>I've not dared look at the weather yet!</p><p>Have a good one yourself.</p><p><a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/allotment" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>allotment</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/SleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SleepApnea</span></a></p>
Mike 🇬🇧 🇪🇺<p>Following on from Sacha's recent tests and consultations she's now got a three month trial of a CPAP machine to see if it might be sleep apnea causing some of her other issues.</p><p>The main thing I'm concerned about is transporting the thing (in its smart bag) during our rail, bus &amp; ferry holidays.<br>I'm going to need a new packing strategy.</p><p><a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/sleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepApnea</span></a> <a href="https://cupoftea.social/tags/packing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>packing</span></a></p>
Yai Torres<p><a href="https://dmv.community/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> therapy materials often seem aimed at specific groups, like those who are “overweight” or “older.” But guess what? You don’t have to fit those categories to be diagnosed with sleep apnea—I didn’t, and I have moderate sleep apnea with about 20 events an hour. </p><p>If you’re feeling a bit off, it might be a good idea to get checked out. And if you have a partner who mentions that you sound like you’re choking in your sleep, definitely take their words to heart! It took me a little while to finally make it to the doctor, but I'm so glad I did. Remember, you don’t have to wait until you’re older or heavier to seek a better quality of life! Besides, future you would appreciate it.</p>
Yai Torres<p>This is my tenth consecutive day of <a href="https://dmv.community/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a>. It has been an interesting journey that is finally paying dividends. After several adjustments and accessories, I can say that it’s worth it. I’m getting good AHI scores and woke up feeling 100% today.</p>
Heather<p>Does anyone who uses nasal pillows find they get pressure on the septum? Sometimes it can get quite uncomfortable and tonight it's been bad enough to have to take the mask off and could be what's wakened me. Other nights it's not such a problem. Is this a known issue? I'm not aware that I have a particularly huge septum 😄 Mask is a small. <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.scot/tags/sleepapnoea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleepapnoea</span></a></p>
James Trickle uP<p>My first <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> therapy anomaly happened... I woke up at 5 this morning with the mask set aside. According to my SD card via the OSCAR app, it was about 4 hours before that, that I must have taken it off in my sleep, or I got up to pee and was so sleepy I failed to put it back on. In any case, I dont remember being awake at that time. I put it back on right away and got about 4.5 hours of therapy total.</p><p>As long as it is not a regular habit, I won't worry about it. I've heard that some people put on oven mitts to sleep until they train themselves not to take off the mask while sleeping.</p>
SeaFury 🦜🍉<p>4am. Can’t sleep. Resorted to ear plugs. My breathing is too loud <a href="https://aus.social/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/insomnia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>insomnia</span></a></p>
James Trickle uP<p>CPAP week 1 passed with no major issues. I've been using it all night long and getting high scores from the Bluetooth connected app. Feeling less drowsy in afternoons too. Some minor tickling irritation of my nose while I'm using it, and the first couple exhales require more force, but otherwise good. A lot of people have a horrible time with these gadgets. I guess I feel lucky! <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/ObstructiveSleepApnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ObstructiveSleepApnea</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/sleep" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sleep</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/apnea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>apnea</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/therapy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>therapy</span></a></p>
KarakSindru (He/Him)<p>Does anyone have tips on where in the US to get less expensive mask cushions for a <a href="https://kind.social/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a> ? I've got a ResMed F20 system but I keep using the mask cushions way longer than the recommended 30 days since $60 each seems like something I should hold onto longer. I'm aware there are less expensive options on Amazon but I'd rather avoid them if possible.</p>
PierreNick :apple_old_logo: 💾<p>Ohh the Fisher &amp; Paykel Solo Mask is finally out in Canada!</p><p>I think this is the first non-tech item I’ve been so eager for to come out.</p><p>Forget macrumors[.]com, we need cpaprumors[.]com.</p><p><a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a></p>
jayfell<p>Oh so tired today!<br>Lots of leakage from my CPAP machine, and my wife says I am snoring more!</p><p><a href="https://mastodonapp.uk/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a> <a href="https://mastodonapp.uk/tags/SleepApnoea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SleepApnoea</span></a> <a href="https://mastodonapp.uk/tags/Tired" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Tired</span></a></p>
ebeth<p>also if anyone has any good patterns for hose covers pass them along! i can do <a href="https://weirder.earth/tags/knitting" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>knitting</span></a> (best at), <a href="https://weirder.earth/tags/crochet" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>crochet</span></a> (decent at) and <a href="https://weirder.earth/tags/sewing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>sewing</span></a> (bad at machine, decent at hand sewing) <a href="https://weirder.earth/tags/cpap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cpap</span></a></p>
Serge from Babka<p>I wish the travel CPAP was more comfortable and I didn't have to pack the larger CPAP for longer trips.</p><p>I tried using the travel CPAP for a week long trip and it was genuinely miserable.</p><p>Frustratingly, in many countries finding distilled water is hard, so it's actually easier to pack a water filter- but that is large and bulky.</p><p><a href="https://babka.social/tags/CPAP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CPAP</span></a></p>