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I have been using a cpap machine for the past year. In that year, I have noticed that I have had several flare-ups of diverticulitis. Prior to using a cpap I would have a flare up maybe once a year. I am curious if anyone else who suffers with this condition has noticed an impact on it since using a cpap? TYIA
I ended up going back to the full mask. Between the nasal pillows and having to keep my mouth closed, I felt the mask was less claustrophobic. I made it through about 6 hours last night before removing it so I guess I am getting better adjusted. Thank you for taking the time to respond.
I just received a call from Reliable Respiratory checking in. I didn't realize that with the pillows, you need to keep your mouth shut. That explains the gurgling noise. I have the ResMed, I think Air 10. Does that sound right? I am in work and unable to look at the machine. I think the pressure is set to be at 16 gradually. Again, I am rookie so this is all foreign to me. I appreciate your feedback.
So I was recently diagnosed with moderate sleep apnea and severe hypoxemia. I requested the pillows but received the mask. I am very claustrophobic and was unable to use it. They then sent me the pillows which I tried to use yesterday. When I put them on, I felt intense pressure in my ears as well as "gargling" coming out of my mouth. Help! Is this normal? I didn't use them and not sure I will ever get used to this. I will add after reading through some of these topics, I am very uneducated on the machine as well as sleep apnea in general and am truly a rookie at this.
