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Machine: Resmed Airsense 10 Mask Type: Nasal pillows Mask Make & Model: Philips Nuance Pro Gel Pillows Humidifier: Resmed Airsense 10 CPAP Pressure: Still working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
Having a snoring problem, I have spent the last 8 months with a doctor-prescribed mouthpiece that no longer helps the snoring. I have adjusted it out as far as I am comfortable and yet I still snore like a freight train. My doctor is a strong proponent of the mouthpiece and would not advise me on a cpap machine, just said to adjust the splint out further. In a fit of defiance, I purchased a Resmed 10 machine just to try it out before cranking my bottom jaw out any more. So here I am with a machine that I have no idea how to use. I purchased a new hose and a nose pillow type mask. I have watched a youtube video on how to get into the setting but would like some advise on where to start on the settings. I don't know if it matters, but my sleep study number were AHI=33, RDI=52 (whatever that means) with snoring 42% of the time. I am a 6' male weighing about 210 lbs. Please re-direct me if this question has already been answered.
02-25-2019, 03:51 PM (This post was last modified: 02-25-2019, 03:52 PM by Fats Drywaller.)
RE: Newbi Questions
(02-25-2019, 03:26 PM)KCrane Wrote: My doctor is a strong proponent of the mouthpiece and would not advise me on a cpap machine, just said to adjust the splint out further. In a fit of defiance, I purchased a Resmed 10 machine just to try it out before cranking my bottom jaw out any more.
The experts will be along shortly to help you, but let me be the first to say "Way to go!" That was the right thing to do.
But what model of Airsense 10 is it? That's super-important, I'm sorry to say. The model name is on the front panel, and you could also give the model number from the sticker on the bottom if you want.
Machine: Resmed Airsense 10 Mask Type: Nasal pillows Mask Make & Model: Philips Nuance Pro Gel Pillows Humidifier: Resmed Airsense 10 CPAP Pressure: Still working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
Assuming there is no SD card in the Autoset (Top door on the left) buy one, anything between 2 and 32GB. Any cheap one will work.
Download Sleepyhead from the banner of this forum. That is the key to your analysis.
read the optimize link because that will tell you how to setup your SleepyHead / OSCAR (coming soon) daily charts so we can see what is going on.
Settings:
For one night only
Min 6
Max 20
EPR 2
This will tell us how your apnea is handled and we will suggest new settings.
Gideon - Project Manager and Lead Tester for OSCAR - Open Source CPAP Analysis Reporter
Machine: Resmed Airsense 10 Mask Type: Nasal pillows Mask Make & Model: Philips Nuance Pro Gel Pillows Humidifier: Resmed Airsense 10 CPAP Pressure: Still working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
I was going to post my favorite Gary Larson cartoon until I read the ATTACHMENT NOTICE at the bottom of this page... I don't want to get in trouble too soon. It was the one where the dog in the car is calling out to his dog friend and says "Ha Ha Ha Biff, guess what? After we go to the drug store and the post office, I'm going to the vet's to get tutored!"
Machine: Resmed Airsense 10 Mask Type: Nasal pillows Mask Make & Model: Philips Nuance Pro Gel Pillows Humidifier: Resmed Airsense 10 CPAP Pressure: Still working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
Ok I would put the low pressure up to 8 or 9, but take it a step at a time. If your AHI improves, fine.
It might need a few nights data before we can see what is going on.
After a few nights you will get better advice.
Look at how to set up Sleepyhead and post your data on some Sig's (Sleepriders, I know has) and do your data that way.
I am NOT a doctor. I try to help, but do not take what I say as medical advice.
Every journey, however large or small starts with the first step.
Settings: Min 7 Tighten Parameters to match your results Max 13 Tighten Parameters to match your results EPR 1, reduced to try to lower your Central Apnea
Please download Sleepyhead (see the Sleepyhead link at the top of the page) and organize the charts as they are in the Organize link in my signature That will make it much easier to assist you
Fred
Gideon - Project Manager and Lead Tester for OSCAR - Open Source CPAP Analysis Reporter
Machine: Resmed Airsense 10 Mask Type: Nasal pillows Mask Make & Model: Philips Nuance Pro Gel Pillows Humidifier: Resmed Airsense 10 CPAP Pressure: Still working on it CPAP Software: SleepyHead
First, thank you for the help with trying to get a good night's sleep.
Last night I made the changes that you suggested and have attached the report according to the instructions in your signature (I think I did it right). The problem is that I struggled through the night with the constant need to yawn and a feeling that my heart was racing. I felt like I couldn't get enough air. Gave me anxiety through the night. I was so relieved to take the mask off this morning and get a good deep breath of air! OK, this was only my second night, and I expect to take some time to get used to this thing.
