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Getting so so sleep these days..
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Getting so so sleep these days..
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Jimnyc2000
Posts: 13 Threads: 5 Joined: Jun 2023
Machine: Dreamstation
04-23-2025, 08:01 PM
Getting so so sleep these days..
Looking for help as I am waking up a bit drained lately. Switched to Pillow mask from nasal and seems better now as nasal was leaking more. Still want to know where I can do better. Appreciate!
Trying to stay away from chin straps and other addons if I can. Thanks Again! 
Deborah K.
Posts: 2,510 Threads: 22 Joined: Apr 2020
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
04-23-2025, 11:07 PM
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
I suggest you raise your starting pressure to 7.4. You are set too low for most adults, and your pressure wants to go up a bit more.
We could better help you if you made some changes to your Oscar charts. Use the F12 key to copy the chart (FN+F12 for Mac).
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
Mask: Bleep DreamPort Sleep Solution and F&P Nova Micro Link to thread about switching from Autoset to Bilevel: https://www.apneaboard.com/forums/Thread...+a+bilevel
Jimnyc2000
Posts: 13 Threads: 5 Joined: Jun 2023
Machine: Dreamstation
04-24-2025, 06:40 AM
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
Thank You So Much Deborah!! Will do as you said.
SarcasticDave94
Posts: 15,539 Threads: 22 Joined: Mar 2017
Machine: None again
04-24-2025, 06:46 AM
(This post was last modified: 04-24-2025, 06:47 AM by SarcasticDave94.)
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
How long have you had the Philips Respironics machine? Is it 5 years old? If yes, tell your doctor you'd like to order a new machine.
I'm circling in on an aspect called replace the DreamStation with a better ResMed. You currently have an Auto CPAP, OK great, get the ResMed AirSense 10 or 11 AutoSet. You will near instantly have better therapy and comfort.
Mask Primer
Positional Apnea Attach OSCAR, etc. INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEBSITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
Deborah K.
Posts: 2,510 Threads: 22 Joined: Apr 2020
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
04-24-2025, 01:07 PM
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
Dave is right. My husband and I have each used both brands and cannot believe how much better and more comfortable the ResMeds are!
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
Mask: Bleep DreamPort Sleep Solution and F&P Nova Micro Link to thread about switching from Autoset to Bilevel: https://www.apneaboard.com/forums/Thread...+a+bilevel
Jimnyc2000
Posts: 13 Threads: 5 Joined: Jun 2023
Machine: Dreamstation
04-27-2025, 08:04 PM
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
My machine was already sent back due to the recall about 2 years ago. I have the refurbished. I can ask for an upgrade but I do not have high hopes that they will do it.
Jimnyc2000
Posts: 13 Threads: 5 Joined: Jun 2023
Machine: Dreamstation
05-03-2025, 11:28 AM
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
Hello,
Just a question. Am I right to assume that Nasal and pillow masks are best for overall side sleepers? And is there less chance of jaw dropping on your side as opposed to your back? Thank You
SarcasticDave94
Posts: 15,539 Threads: 22 Joined: Mar 2017
Machine: None again
05-03-2025, 12:08 PM
RE: Getting so so sleep these days..
Pillows masks have the least seal areas to fuss about. So yes they deflect less for side sleeping, meaning they're better suited. Nasal masks slightly less so because they may tend to slide and deflect a bit more.
Gravity isn't pulling your jaw down as in back sleeping, but it can still open.
Mask Primer
Positional Apnea Attach OSCAR, etc. INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEBSITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
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Getting so so sleep these days..
