[Symptoms] Pain

[flyingninja1234]

I'm a relative newbie to the world of CPAP/BiPap. How long does it take for my chest to stop hurting during & after I use my machine? It's been going on for several months now. Thanks.

[Sleeprider]

I'm a relative newbie to the world of CPAP/BiPap. How long does it take for my chest to stop hurting during & after I use my machine? It's been going on for several months now. Thanks.

Let's start with your settings, and why you are using ST.

[flyingninja1234]

I have Central Sleep Apnea. Thank you for replying.

[SarcasticDave94]

I'd have stated that for most you should not encounter pain after the few months you stated. However, Sleeprider has a valid point, and I saw your response to why the ST is Central Apnea. While that is potentially a valid answer and may be the right machine, I have noted that there's quite a number of central apnea patients that use the ASV, specifically the same I use, the ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV. IMO there's none better. I also have mild/medium level COPD, some say that indicates I ought to have an ST. Says I, with whole-hearted respect, no way not with what my treatment results are with my beloved ASV.

Tell us more about your situation such as posting the sleep study, titration, sleep reports via Sleepyhead helps tremendously. And those reports should have any personal info redacted (blacked out). Also then tell us what the reasoning is for an ST over an ASV. In my dangerously somewhat informed status, I know of maybe only 2 reasons for an ST over an ASV. #1 is of you having serious breathing issues like the COPD I mentioned (mine is not serious/strong enough yet). #2 is if your LVEF (left ventricle ejection fraction) is 45% or lower.

Let's see how we can help OK?

[flyingninja1234]

Thank you. I would have to look at the report. I'll try to get it on my next appointment. Is the ST usually prescribed for moderate to severe Sleep apnea?

[SarcasticDave94]

Thank you. I would have to look at the report. I'll try to get it on my next appointment. Is the ST usually prescribed for moderate to severe Sleep apnea?

No, not for just general common sleep apnea. One possible reason for ST is the central apnea mentioned. There are other indicators, as I mentioned other breathing disease for one. CPAP, Auto CPAP and BPAP represent the majority of the machines issued. Obviously, most will start on a CPAP, unless the need for very high pressure is proven. In that case, a BPAP could be a patient's starting point, as BPAP operates up to 25 cmH2O, but the CPAP can only go to 20 cmH2O.

[flyingninja1234]

Thank you.

[SarcasticDave94]

you're welcome

BTW to clarify: always get a copy of those sleep study and titration reports, oh yes and the script too. Having these will eliminate stress and headaches later if ever needed.

[Sleeprider]

The ST is for treating respiratory deficiency caused by neuromuscular disease, COPD and hypoventilation. ASV is for central and complex apnea, hypopnea, including CSR. Read the table on page 5 and the applicable conditions on pages 28 and 38. https://www.sleepapnea.com/downloads/100...fGuide.pdf

If your doctor will prescribe the right machine for central apnea, ASV, then your discomfort will be resolved. We can help you get there, and you are far from the first member to report this problem.

[flyingninja1234]

Thank you.