fussyonion wrote: » Hi, just to give you a perspective from my side; my partner is the one with sleep apnea. He was diagnosed in 2008 and has been using the RESMaster Auto CPAP ever since. He uses a mouth-mask because he can't wear his glasses to watch telly if he wears a nose-mask. He absolutely hates wearing the mask but he is used to it and knows how important it is. He is very good about wearing it and he never sleeps without it. The nurses at his clinic were very impressed because apparently not everyone wears it every night, even though they should. The CPAP treatment has not improved his quality of sleep; he still falls asleep during the day, still feels tired. He has annual check-ups at the clinic and fills out the form which asks the usual "Do you feel your apnea has improved since starting CPAP treatment?" questions and he always answers the same. No. His machine works fine, mask is fine, readings are unchanged. The noise from the machine can get loud at times if the pressure is set too high and the breeze is cold if he faces my way but I don't let him face my way! I don't know what else to say, apart from it's something he uses nightly and it does the job but it hasn't made a world of difference to his tiredness.
Squall Leonhart wrote: » Mine was 15 and as of this morning following a routine check up, it's now averaging 1.5 I've also made moves to buy the machine. Was paying 100.86 a month for it, they've told me I can purchase a brand new version of the same machine off them for 600 + VAT. Does anybody know if there is any reimbursement is available from Revenue for the rental of this equipment? Surely it's classed as medical equipment.
Boulevardier wrote: » " i was mild at 7 but 15 on my back" Is this a common phenomenon? If so, it could mean that if I revert to sleeping on my side I could have a milder setting on the CPAP.
Boulevardier wrote: " i was mild at 7 but 15 on my back"
Johannabax wrote: » Just diagnosed with sleep apnea. Rep calling tomorrow about machine. It sounds like the can be very annoying to have on. I'm already dreading it as I have a neck problem. I didn't get any details from consultant other than had it and I need a machine. I'm not even sure whether I'm a mouth or nose breather. I start the night as a nose breather. I have allergies and a very large sinus polyp and as I said neck problems so I wonder if all or any of these contribute.
Leslie91 wrote: » Gerard93 wrote: » I had that problem but changed masks and find its better now, also ensure that the mast is not too tight starting off as the pressure builds it then seals. I have been on a CPAP since '07 I am with the same provider since then have never checked around price wise, I am just curious is there much difference price wise between companies ?? I'm paying €86 a mth to rent the machine... the mask as a one off was v pricey.
Gerard93 wrote: » I had that problem but changed masks and find its better now, also ensure that the mast is not too tight starting off as the pressure builds it then seals. I have been on a CPAP since '07 I am with the same provider since then have never checked around price wise, I am just curious is there much difference price wise between companies ??
Only complaint is the mask is hurting the bridge of nose a bit. So maybe I need a bigger one?
FaganJr wrote: » Great start, terrible middle and improvements since then! By terrible middle I mean after a month they adjusted the machine and I went backwards. But after another adjustment been making great improvements. Stick with it, best advice really. Dreamstar are releasing a new machine called the SBox, this connects to Wifi & Bluetooth. So they can remote into the machine to take reports and make adjustments for you. So if your with the same company I am, they should let you get that machine also. If your renting its the same price. When I get it I'll let you know!
Leslie91 wrote: » Last night was first nite on the CPAP at home (had done the trial in hospital). Seemed to go OK, I woke a couple of times but AHI reading (if I'm reading it correct) was below 10, sleep study score without CPAP was 67. We spend the full €144 on meds already so I'm expecting that they will refund the full cost of the CPAP. Also checked with health insurer (LAYA) and they tell me they will give 50% of up to to €200 p.a. but will go against outpatient excess.
Leslie91 wrote: » That's the one!!. Thanks. You have the same one?, how has your experience been?
FaganJr wrote: » Its a Sefam Dreamstar by the sounds of it!
Leslie91 wrote: » I'll check the make and model tonight and let you know but it has a screen and I can hit a button below the "i" (for information). I can then scroll through the last 5 (I think) 'recordings' and the AHI shows.
Masala wrote: » How do u read this yourself??? I though you needed software to read this??? What machine are u on??
Reputable Rog wrote: » I think you should bring the machine, you will be wrecked.
