New to CPAP, Not sure I'm Using it Correctly

[ypaul123]

Hi,

I'm never used a CPAP device before.

So I own the Prisma 20A with a Philips Nasal mask called Wisp. The size of chosen of the mask, according to the scale that came with the mask, is medium.


While I am aware that I'm suppose to breath only through my nose, but when I'm wearing the mask - I feel sufficated. When I turn either left or right - I feel sufficated as if my nasal holes are blocked. When I open my mouse slightly, it gets a tad better, but I still experience discomfort.
When I run the mask leak test, I can hardly breath (12 airflow PSI).


I'm not really sure what I'm suppose to ask other than if what I described is normal.

I'd really appreciate any input on this.

Thanks in advance,

Paul

[OpalRose]

Welcome to Apnea Board!

Did you have a Sleep Test?  If yes, please post a redacted copy of personal information here for review.  How did you arrive at the pressure of 12?  

Your machine offers a feature called SoftPAP.  Are you utilizing it?  This feature may help you breathe out against the pressure easier.  Set it at 2 if you can.  

Mask fit is important.  Have you tried a larger size nasal cushion.  That may relieve the feeling of suffocation.

You also may need a bit higher pressure.  If we could see some data from your machine, we'd be better informed to advise.

The Prisma 20A may be partially supported by the OSCAR software.  Download it and be sure you have an SD card in your Cpap while sleeping.  After gathering a couple days data, post a screenshot of the daily page in OSCAR.  

Use the first two links in my signature line below to guide you.  

Also, you can order a clinicians manual here:

https://www.apneaboard.com/adjust-cpap-p...tup-manual

[ypaul123]

Hi,

Thanks for responding.



1- Test:

Recording was made for: 7:6 hours, sleep duration: 6:2 during which snoring intensity was recorded: light
Recorded: 97 breathing pauses AHI: 16.4 per hour
105 events of increased respiratory effort at RDI density: 17.7 per hour
27 events of decreased oxygen saturation, ODI: 4.6 per hour
Maximum value of: %: 97 and minimum value of: %: 8

2- Manual:

I'm not sure what a clinicals manual is. Why would I need it ?

Thanks.

[OpalRose]

The manual is what your provider uses to access the "secret menu" to enable you to change your pressures according to your needs.

Plus it explains how to use your Cpap in general.

The manual is free.

[ypaul123]

I sent an email and donated to your wonderful board.

Much obliged.

[ypaul123]

I apologize for bumping this.

I am having bad time with the philips wisp...
I'd like to try the ResMed AirTouch N30i, but I'm unsure which frame and and cution size to use...
Please help :<

[ypaul123]

Hi,

Last night it was my first hours with the device...
Do these results indicate that the device is working as should ?

Thanks in advance !

[Deborah K.]

Until you download Oscar and post an Oscar chart, I don't think anyone can tell you much from what you posted.

Best wishes for achieving great therapy and comfort!

[ypaul123]

I stopped using my cpap because my nesal mask (philips wisp) is horrible when i put it.I litterally dont get enough air from the prisma a20..

please help..

[ypaul123]

Hi,
These are my test results:
Pat Watch Test Process
The test was conducted in: : the patient's home
Recording was conducted for: : 7:6 hours, sleep duration: : 6:2, during which snoring intensity was recorded: : light
Recorded: : 97 breathing pauses AHI: : 16.4 per hour
: 105 events of increased respiratory effort at a density of RDI: : 17.7 per hour
: 27 events of decreased oxygen saturation, ODI: : 4.6 per hour
Maximum value of: % : 97 and to a minimum value of: % : 8

and when I try to run OSCAR, I'm unsure what RX pressure value I should input.

These are OSCAR's statistics. I don't understand any of them, so I kindly ask for your help please.




Please oblige.

Thank you so much !