You may still want to clean your mask. From what I understand, there is a difference between sanitizing and cleaning.
Go to www.ApneaPartners.Org under Product and Treatment Support/CPAP Cleaning and Maintenance and check out the cleaners there. From what I understand there is a difference between sanitizers and cleaners. You may still need to clean your mask. You may also find help @ https://www.apneapartners.org/living-with-sleep-apnea and https://www.apneapartners.org/more-cpap-tips-usefulinformation-articles
It could be bacteria-related that occurs from the rubbing of the mask to your skin. I have two suggestions. 1. Look for a product that contains 2% salicylic acid to apply to the area AM and PM as it will take care of bacteria on contact. Some companies make a gel type that is less drying than a liquid. 2. Go to www.ApneaPartners.Org and look under Product and Treatment Support/CPAP Comfort Support for Mask Liners that are disposable.
I am not familiar with the Sleep 8 machine but Ozone and UV Light Cleaners are not recommended. Maybe you can return it?
Any chance with the Covid issues that the FDA would allow Zoom fittings for the clinical trials? Telemedicine is a big thing! I am going to need a replacement soon and have a friend who would like one as well. This totally works for mouth breathers. Just a thought!
Try a TAP PAP Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Improved Stability Mouthpiece
I am a mouth breather and have the best success with the TAP PAP Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Improved Stability Mouthpiece. It is a combination dental and nasal pillow mask. Nothing touches my face except for the nasal pillows or my head. I have had the highest scores since switching to this mask.
You might try something called a Tap-Pap. It is a combination dental nasal device. I have got the best results and scores with it.
I took your survey just now. How would one know about clinical trials when available?
I like either MyPillow or a Microbead Pillow because they are not solid surface and they break up for better neck support.
