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I've been told even using these cleaners that you still need to clean with soap and water to remove oil deposits from the mask. Your thoughts on this?

I just got my CPAP machine two weeks ago, I have pretty mild obstructive sleep apnea. At first it felt like my sinuses would explode and I felt like I couldn’t exhale all the way, those problems have mostly gone away now. The only problem I’m concerned about is that I’m getting a bit of dry skin near my mouth with my full face mask. Will lotion take care of that or should I try something else?

Only have one Soclean but both my wife and I use cpaps. She does not have a heated tube and her connector to the check valve is longer then mine which is shorter and more rounded. Often the tube of the check valve will slide off the my more rounded connector of my the heated cpap. (the tube will simply slip off from the tubes pressure, no air flow needed) The connector for heated cpap's needs a longer stem to attach and hold the tube of the check valve.

Hey, Debra from Portland, Tx. Been using cpap for several weeks. Having dry mouth and opening mouth with nasal mask. Will ask about chin strap. I’m not always successful at making it through the night, but I use cpap every night. Thanks for the encouragement.

My nose is getting dry and sore, any suggestions?

I’ve barely noticed a difference. I tested at a record 156 ahi in clinic. I was their highest ever. My follow up was 3 days instead of 8 weeks due to severity. I have a bi level currently, at 25 in and 25 out and it’s actually gotten worse over last year. Best case lately, I’m 40-60 ahi on machine, with 95 percent mask fit. But has been as high as 85. I’m using the amara full face, but also have a nasal and a full face Philips that is ill fitting. Kind of at wits end, since failing finding a machine that can go to 30? I’m stuck with this

Thanks for the explanations & advice in such a kind, pleasant manner! I'm new to all this & was prescribed a BiPap ((RespMed AirCurve 10 VAuto) exactly a month ago. So far, I've clocked maybe a grand total of 2 hrs of use in the past month!! I called my assigned R.T. (at the med supply co.) after the 1st 3 days of use & explained how I kept feeling "suffocated" when using the mask! I also have Horrible Claustrophobia, which certainly doesn't help matters, but being a chronic mouth breather with a deviated septum, a full face mask is necessary, they say! I, per instruction from my R.T., called my Pulmonologist immediately to get orders to "tweak the pressures". I left a voicemail for the RN, who is my only means in which to reach the doctor, & explained my situation & what the R.T. had stated @ changing the pressure. I got no response, so called the RN again, & then again, each time repeating my situation & giving all pertinent info. Finally, recently, I called my R.T. again, telling of the difficulties I was experiencing! I was told that, while they couldn't promise results, they would call the RN too, in hopes of getting a response! As stated, it's now been a full month, & despite trying to use it during the day in an attempt to get used to the mask & 'sensation' (as you also suggest!), using it regularly at first (eventually, when the problem of feeling "suffocated" & thus, ripping off the mask in a panic, happened Every single time I used it, I began to skip using it, as there seems to be no path to success in sight for me!) & even searching for ideas to help me online, I am truly at a loss as to what to do?! It's my understanding too, that, without documentation of regular usage (minimally 4 yrs daily), Medicare--my insurance provider-- will stop payment, & take the BiPaP & equipment back! As I had "Critical Values" in my Sleep Study, having had 122 documented hypoxic events in 155 minutes of sleep, & have numerous medical diagnosis that doctors feel are as a result of Sleep Apnea, it is most important for me to find a way in which to use this BiPap AND make it "a friend for life"! Do you have any advice for me? I'd appreciate your help!

Perfect video. I started getting apnea after a bad TBI. This helped me. Thank you.

Your video had me bawling, because you were hitting on all the things that I have experienced...I couldn't find any other videos that made me feel understood like yours did. I just used my cpap machine for the first time last night...and I hated it. I'm a school bus driver and I always feel like I have slept good. For my CDL I was forced to do the sleep study (horrific!!) and now I'm being forced to use this machine. I'm extremely bitter and angry and even called in sick to work today because I slept so horribly last night. I don't hold out much hope for me, it felt like I was suffocating whenever I opened my mouth! I am currently looking for a new job. But your video was awesome...very soothing. Appreciated it!

Thx a lot for the advice

@affinity, what are you thoughts about the Resmed Swift Lt. seem pretty good. Light and does seem to stay put on my nose.. I’m in Raleigh, NC

Nobody will ever love it . You learn to live with it because it is your life.

Do I have to have water in my reservoir to clean

Just got the machine about 3 weeks ago and make it a habit to use every night. I have the full mask since my nose get stuffed up a lot. What makes it hard in the night is if you start drooling and gets uncomfortable with the mask On and doesn’t doesn’t seal properly to your face.

good video. Let me know about the CPAP so clean devce.; I'd love to have one for mine!

I wish it would be this easy on my country's public healthcare. In most hospital areas they give you a full face mask at start and after that you have to really fight to actually to change to a different mask. You're supposed to use the mask for one year before you can try another. But this also varies between different hospitals in the country, some work with you more while others are so money strapped that they rather take the cpap away from you than try to work out a better suited solution. In these cases only option is to go to private clinic and have them fit you a model and actually pay it out of your own pocket completely.

$300 range.

I have been using a Cpap for a number of years. My problem is that I cannot sleep on my back and as a result I get deep indentations on both cheeks. I have had various machines but this has been a recurring constant and on-going distress. I am not sure how this can be remedied...

Thank You for your video.. I wish I had this info 2 years ago when I started on my Cpap machine. I have adjusted & doing good. But, I do have a question about ramp time. I don´t understand it. Whether to use it or not????

I just got my first cpap .... I got the full mask... Phillips Dream .. easy to use with the air tubing on top the head with a swizzle ... easy to move in bed

Thank you for this video. Great starter tips for beginners. WI

Hi Chris I’m on bipartisanship 10 yrs at 20/16 and I’m overwhelmingly exhausted I don’t know why My nose runs all the time and is raw sensitive what can I do My cpap dr retired and no one else will see me cause I sleep during day so I’m confused I’m in Los Angeles cty

Would be nice to know aprox cost of those

I can't understand how people don't get how much of a torture device these are. Won't give me a full facemask because i have a beard, but i'm a mouth breather. I have to use a strap to keep my mouth closed, and i never feel like i can move enough air through my nose. I'm to the point where i might lose my job if i can't do this. So hopeless and frustrating

Get mine Monday 12/1 This video will help me I think. Kinda nervous about putting it on. Don’t know what to expect. Come from Two Rivers Wi Thank You

CPAP sucks butt! 2 months and I want to throw it off the roof of the house and then watch 7 semi trucks run it over. I feel more tired now then I have my entire life even when in the military getting little sleep.

I have had my machine 1 year went thru 8 mask and none seem to fit my pressure of 19 and 78ahi with 50% mask fit each night. I really hate this cpap the machine was 1400.00 dollars and mask are around 100.00 + i'm in this over 3k and no help just come back in 3 months so we can charge you another 500.00 dollars each time. it's just a crime what these people do to you. i'm tired all the time with no escape i feel like i'm at the end of my rope. Sorry i just had to vent.

One drop of nasal decongestant in each nostril, then one dollar anti snoring clip in nose and sleep 95 to 98% quality every night. No mask or pipes, just an awesome night’s rest. Thanks

Thank you, this video is so helpful. I have had my SoClean since February 2019 and I do not use it every day. It is now November, and it has not prompted me to replace the filter. Do you think I should just replace it anyway?

How is it better than a bigger machine if you need a storage tote to clean the tubing and mask?

Excellent video! I was definitely not one that experienced life changing results overnight. In my case, it took two sleep studies, and almost six months to become acclimated to mine. I started with a nose mask, but quickly moved up to a full face. Many times during the first few weeks, I would remove the mask at night, without ever remembering it. Chris’s #1 point is key! Be consistent! It’s been 10 years now and I use it religiously. Even when I nap. Easily one of the greatest life changers I’ve experienced.

The check valve that came with filter kit is smaller than the current check valve. Has anyone else ran into this?

I had problems in the beginning like keeping the mask on all night. I was ready to give up. But I kept trying and just used it longer and longer now I get a full 8 hours using the mask no problem. Just stick in there.

Great video. My issues since starting in June has been finding a full face mask with my pressures of 19 in and 15 out that won’t blow off my face. Since the first night I’m using without fail nightly always 7 hours plus. New try is the Vitera by Fisher Paykel. So far it’s the easiest to sleep with. I have tried 8 masks to date. I’m a mouth breather and dry mouth is an issue in spite of the humidifier. I literally love the way I can sleep with the bipap when my mask is good. When fitting your mask, don’t just look at your mask size!!

I'm from North Carolina. Just got my soclean today

I just got my mask, and I cannot adjust it so that it is not sitting on my ears and also does not sit on the edge of my eyes. How do I adjust that? The user guide does not address that.

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Good video, I been using my cpap machine for a few years now, not perfect but this machine changed my life. There’s good days and there’s bad days but I remember of how good I’m a be when I wake up and just fight through the leaks and other issues with using the cpap. I been through some full face masks like the f20 with the cushion, dream wear and now the f30. I have two questions is it possible for someone who uses a full face mask try the ones just for the nose? The other question is about the so clean Cpap machine cleaner, is it true that it damages the cpap machine?

Awesome video very helpful

Phillips dream station is the best in my opinion because the dreamwear is more ergonomic and comfortable

Great info Sir. New user here and I can attest to your top 3 list. I’m currently in month 2 and about to tweak my mask size and see if that helps. I like the nasal type but find it just off a tiny bit so I asked to go up a size to test it out. And yes, I did start every night with my mask on but some nights I had to remove it after a few hours because of leaks or irritation. But I’m determined to continue and use it every night regardless! Thanks for the share!

Knoxville TN

Does either the ozone or light accelerate the breakdown of the mask? And do either affect the gel masks?

I bought my cpap a month ago and some settings I dont understand. I read the manual and dont have a rep to help set up. Do you have a video to explain set up? Thanks. Tim from Tampa

My problem is respiratory problems. I end up with a cold/nasal congestion when I use it.

Getting fitted and set up with my CPAP here later this week or next. I had pretty good luck with the nose only type at my sleep study. I think the chin strap will help. Not sure what brand they will bring. I have two bags of masks in various styles and sizes that the study tech gave me to try. I will post my progress and any questions here. Shawn in Austin, Texas.

Are people so lazy they can't keep the tubing clean.

both numbers of upper and lower is continue running so how do i know if that is the pulse if it doesnt stop?

Will the Purify 03 work better in a sealed air tight plastic container, or should it be not air tight like the zippered bag?

I only clicked on this cuz the manski in this is beautiful great way to sell a boring product

I have severe sleep apnea. Was having episodes of up to 45 times an hour before getting my cpap. I endes up seriously ill due to lack of sleep before being diagnosed in march this year. I can honestly say it has now changed my life and i have found it super easy to use.

Thank You So Much for this Video!!!! It is Life Changing!!

Your video was very helpful. This is my second night. I'm not happy with the full face mask. I have had severe uncontrolled hypertension. Hoping this helps. Lambertville Michigan

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Quick question the first time that I tried the CPAP during the sleep study, my throat hurt really bad, is this normal?

Thanks for the video. Very helpful info. Only caveat: I started with a full mask and had no issues. Can’t go back.

Have u every had to clean it and how.

My cpap reads error code 006

I am most likely going to be set up with a CPAP soon. I found this really helpful as, knowing the potential problems before hand, I will think back to this and keep at it. I only hear good things about CPAP and truly hope it works for me. I've suffered for years without knowing why, to the point where my life is seriously affected. I look forward to a positive change! Thank you.

you talk too much wasted about half of the video

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Hi, question about the Purify O3: What happen if I don't buy the plastic bin to put the machine and tube? Thanks. Btw, I have 3 days with the CPAC machine and so far I can say it is of great help.

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I've been on this dreamstation bipap for a couple of weeks now. I'm using a f&p simplus full face mask and I really like it. I think I want to try a different full face mask though maybe an air fit 20 the one with the memory foam what would you reccomend? I think I might get a better seal with the foam rather than the silicone and I like the idea of the magnets

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I'm a newbie. refused the mask I asked for and I regret accepting the one foisted on me. I leaves deep marks on my face and needs adjustment all through the night. I may have to buy the one I wanted just to see if that will help. It's pretty overwhelming as of today. I may have to move into the guest room because it disturbs my husband , at least until I get things to go smoothly. TY I loved this video. I wish my set up person was as nice and as thoughtful as you! Be well and have a nice day

I've been trying to use it off and on for about a week. Its been miserable. Last night I stuck with it all night for the first time. I might have got 1 or 2 hours sleep. My full face mask fit is good sometimes, awful other times. But I'm going to stick with it because I don't want to die early. I came to Clip-Share this morning to get some encouragement. Thank you.

Thank you so much, you just explained exactly what I am going through with my new cpap and I have used three different masks in one week it is not the mask or the machine it's actually me that needs to take it easy as you say and get used too.

Valuable information thank you for posting. very helpful

Cut the first 5 minutes of this video and it will be better.

Thanks for your videos. Going to be trying CPAP again soon. Waiting on insurance approval for an APAP. Have tried several times before & never made it past mask issues. NO ONE has ever measured my face like you mentioned, but current MD's sleep tech did try on multiple masks & headgear. Fingers crossed this doctor seems more willing to work through the issues. Can you please do a CPAP pillow video? Could you also explain CPAP, APAP & BiPAP? Mary in NYC.

So clean not good for allergies

thank you for making this video! i have to use two meds in the neb and it uses 2 tubes of meds..im curious how much it holds? if i can't fit the 2 "fishies" in there then im left with two halves left over is why im asking thank you ..thank you for reading :)

I have a sleep apnea machine and steam is not coming out

I am from New Haven Ct

I'm very happy with my So-Clean but I do have an issue that wasn't mentioned in the video. The smell from the tubing and mask after cleaning is pretty powerful - it stinks. Is that residual ozone that I'm smelling? I now let air purge through the mask and tubing for a couple of minutes before I use them but it still stinks although a little less. But the smell does dissipate overnight. Is this normal?

Thank you for the very beneficial video. For the third option the smallest one, why do you have to put everything in a container as you mentioned?

I just got my CPAP, was having 99 episodes an hour with 70% oxygen level. Gotta say, it's pretty intense! My nose is always plugged up so I went with the full face mask and I too find it very hard to exhale, even with the alternating pressures. It makes me feel claustrophobic, hopefully I'll get used to it soon!

Excellent advice . I am in Florida, Plantation, waiting for the people who is to call me to set me up... it will be the first time for me. I found your advice very helpful , specially the usage of the cpac while watching tv or reading , that I know is going to help me... Thank you!!

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May machine is working but my timer clock isn’t working. I have it on 4 hrs & it doesn’t show the correct time Is the modem and data card recording properly

I have had my resmed airsense 10 for a month now and have uswd it only 10 nights total for maybe 3 hours each night. IT SUCKS!! I just cant do it. I started off with a full face mask and them stupid nasal pillows and the full day went in the trash. The nasal pillows bothered me because of the little nipples that kinda go in your nostrils. Drove me nuts. Went back and they gave me a full nose mask. It was ok but just having something strapped to my face I cannot do. They started my pressure on 10 which kept waking me up so I called to have them adjust it. That process is a joke too. They have to call the Dr. Then Dr has to write a new RX and send it to the sleep place and only then can they adjust it smh. 15 days later and they finally got the new RX. Well I already did a search on how to adjust "my" machine and put it on 6 and i cant even do that. I'm going to try a dental device to hokd my jaw forward and see if that works and if not I want to do the inspire implant. CPAP I just not for everyone.

Why does mine cause panic attacks?

Great video. 1week in and not easy. Using meditation to keep me from focusing on the mask. So most keep on trying. By the way i am from Denmark

I asked my doctor if these units had been independently studied to see if they work and he said no he didn't recommend them.

Will the Sleep8 work with the 12mm hose of the Dreamstation Go? I fell in love with the light weight of that hose the first time I used it, but I'm having no success finding sanitizers with adapters that fit it.

How much is the bag with built in filter replacements?

What are the prices of the 3 units

Thanks forthe informative video. 1. Does the Purify O3 clean nasal pillows? Lumin says their machine does not. 2. Will Purify O3 accomodate ResMed ClimateLineAir heated tubing? Lumin will not, 3. Does the Ozone method leave any residue on machine or tubing surfaces that ever needs to be wiped/rinsed off? I only ask because I have other repiratory issues besides Apnea. Thank you.

This may be good for traveling but the SoClean is a lot more convenient for home use.

They say to replace the bag every 3 months. But couldn't I just clean the bag with the ozone?

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Thankyou Sir. God bless

I wonder what effect that the ozone in the So-Clean has on the soft mask cushion material. I think that there is some decay. My mask had more leaks after using my So-Clean machine.

Can you leave the water in the humidifier? For the so clean

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