This video is to introduce people to the New Version Breeze Nasal Pillow System made by Puritan Bennett for use with a CPAP, BiPap, BiLevel, or Auto Adjusting CPAP machine to treat Sleep Apnea. More videos can be seen at www.cpap.com
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Hi there, I have been diagnosed with severe sleep apnea. I am a 27 year old male, and obese.
I was wondering if it is possible for CPAP/APAP treatment to be ineffective? My GP and specialist tell me that the machine says everything is working fine and I’m breathing normally, however I still experience most of my apnea symptoms and I notice a huge difference of quality of sleep based on which position I sleep in, just like before I started treatment. Lying on my back is the worst, side is ok, and stomach seems best. Just like the overnight sleep test indicated without the CPAP.
Is it possible that my treatment is not 100% effective, and that I still suffer apnea, despite the computer saying I breath normally? I had 115,7 breathing pauses per hour (extreme). That’s like two per minute. Is it possible my body is "cheating" the machine?
Thanks so much!
CPAPs are not always effective for everyone… but should still be given a chance to work. They can be very helpful
Some people are too claustrophobic. There are some stream line machines that many patients like.
Positional sleeping is a big thing as well. Hopefully you have a machine that does not hinder your stomach sleeping…We all have our favorite position and it is hard to learn a new one. From personal experience…Stomach sleeping is the only way I can get any rest…Since birth…LOL. Have you tried sleeping on your stomach while wearing your machine still?
Your settings may not be correct for you…your alarm settings may not be set properly…maybe to loose. If your machine is set to alarm after 30 seconds…you may not be triggering the alarm if your apnea is only 20 second. You might need a stronger pressure to keep your airways open. Or there is a possibility that you need a Bipap….this machine has the one pressure while breathing out….like continuous pressure of a CPAP…but it also has a second pressure to help you take breath in. Maybe this will work better for you…
Finally, there are two types of sleep apnea…obstructive= some part of your anatomy is obstructing your breathing. The other is central=your brain is just not telling your body to breathe. This can be caused by heart failure…Your doctor can treat that to lessen the apnea spells.
In the end…it is still a machine..if you are feeling it is not working…talk to your doctor…they are very helpful…other ideas maybe possible.
I hope I didn’t ramble on…and helped some.
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This video discusses solutions to using a CPAP machine and Heated Humidifier and having water condensation in the hose. More videos can be seen at www.cpap.com.
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I’ve tried cleaning every part of the machine, tank, mask, hoses. (It has a passover humidifier) Changing the air filter, cleaning the room, the bedding, etc, hasn’t made any difference. It’s definitly the CPAP, not just another allergy, because if I don’t use it one night, the symptoms clear up, and return immediatley when it’s used again. Allergy meds don’t help at all! Can anybody relate or help me?
When was you mask/nasal pillows last replaced? They need to be replaced every 6 months. Hubby is experiencing the same thing at times and I reminded him that he doesn’t clean his nasal pillows often enough and that he needs to get them replaced as he is long overdue to replace them. Also you may need to have you hoses replaced too. Call the place that supplies you machine and make an appointment to get it checked out. Also you didn’t say what you used to clean it but this too is something you should ask about when you to get your machine checked out. Be sure the water you use in your humidifier portion is distilled water and not tap water. Good Luck. When you find out what the problem was let everyone know as this useful information.
I was diagnosed with severe obstructive sleep apnea about a year ago. I was given a cpap machine and I tried to use it a couple of times, but gave up on it. If I start using it regularly, how much of a difference will I notice in my everyday life? Also, does anyone have any tips on how to get through the first couple of weeks using the machine?
As far as tips on getting used to it, I don’t know because I’ve never used one.
The two people I know who use one have both been able to go off all medications they were taking. One even goes as far as to check into a hotel when the electricity goes off in her house at night because she doesn’t even want to go one night without it.
Good luck getting used to it!
This video introduces the new Bravo Nasal Pillow Interface CPAP Mask for use with a CPAP, BiPap, BiLevel, or Auto Adjusting CPAP machine to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea. It is a good alternative choice to the ResMed Swift mask. More videos may be viewed at www.cpap.com
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I know I have sleep apnea. I snore so loud and I have excessive fatigue to the point that I have to sleep more than 12 hours a day. It also runs in my family. I just got a CPAP machine from someone. How dangerous would it be for me to use it? Educated responses only.
Monica- I asked for educated responses only. I am also in the health profession and that doesn’t mean I know everything about everything. CPAP machines are not by prescription only, otherwise you could not buy them anywhere. And If you aren’t even aware that they are for sleep apnea, I am not quite sure how you managed to become a nurse.
Davisk- pneumothorax is not a "hole in the lungs". I have studied cardiorespiratory care. I am also well aware that too much O2 can be dangerous. Also, there are no H2O levels on this machine. Are you meaning O2 levels? And finally, it is not gross. Obviously I am not stupid enough to use another person’s mask! lol.
First of all, CPAP is to be used by prescription only! Yeah, you may be able to buy them on the internet or ebay, but thats just gross and extremely dangerous. Secondly, each cpap is to be titrated to your specific needs!!! People can need a pressure on 6cm H2O while others need 14 cm H2O. If a pressure is forced on to you that is to strong then you could end up with a pneumothorax or in layman terms, a hole in your lung! Doesnt sound fun at all, huh?! You need a sleep study and titration to determin what exactly your needs are.
On most home units the home care company or dr office will preset the pressure and each machine has a specific way to be reset that only the home care company or educated person knows how to change!
DO NOT USE ANOTHER PERSONS CPAP. EVEN THOUGH IT IS NOT A MEDICATION, IT IS A DR. ORDER!!!!
CPAP PRO is a CPAP mask that has no straps or headgear. Sleep in total comfort, roll side to side, and you will still awake rested and refeshed. www.cpappro.com for ordering information.
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This video is to help people understand the different types of CPAP, BiLevel or BiPaps, and Auto-Adjusting CPAPs available and the variations between them. More videos can be seen at www.cpap.com.
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