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Machine: DreamStation Auto Mask Type: Full face mask Mask Make & Model: AirTouch F20 Humidifier: DreamStation Auto CPAP Pressure: Working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
I have been on APAP for a week now after having a home test with an AHI of 42. Of course still getting use to the mask but luckily no large leaks. After following the information for others on here I have tried to narrow in my treatment but could use some help to narrow more. Can I get better or is it a wait and get use to the treatment mode right now?
This looks pretty good, and your statistical history is useful data that shows some good progress. My first recommendation is to reduce your Flex setting to 1. I think you are somewhat sensitive to pressure changes, and your minimum pressure appears to be correct. I'm almost tempted to try a fixed single pressure like 10.5, but for now let's try 8.5-11.0 and see if that helps quiet some of the noise along with Flex at 1.
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Machine: Resmed AirSense 10 AutoSet For Her Mask Type: Full face mask Mask Make & Model: Resmed f20 Humidifier: Resmed Integrated humidifier CPAP Pressure: 11/14 CmH2O CPAP Software: Not using software
Other Comments: I started CPAP in 2008. Totally blind since birth.
No help on settings, just don't get discouraged. It takes time and a lot of patience
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Machine: DreamStation Auto Mask Type: Full face mask Mask Make & Model: AirTouch F20 Humidifier: DreamStation Auto CPAP Pressure: Working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
Should I slowly increase my minimum or will that cause more CA? Or should I leave it here and let my body adjust for a week or so? Thanks for the help.
I would leave everything the way you have it. Give your body more time to adjust and the CA events should start to go away. I think Sleeprider's advice was spot on and there's no need for further change.
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The only change I would suggest is reducing the Flex setting to 1. No clear indication of a need for higher pressure, but most people with these low-rate mixed events do better with a bit less Flex.
INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
Machine: DreamStation Auto Mask Type: Full face mask Mask Make & Model: AirTouch F20 Humidifier: DreamStation Auto CPAP Pressure: Working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
