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I would think the Bi-PAP functionality is preferable but the provider who called said it needs to be CPAP. I would think as long as the inspiratory pressure is as prescribed, it wouldn't really matter if I have a Bi-PAP as compared to a CPAP.
I was diagnosed with sleep apnea several years ago and obtained a BiPAP machine. For years, I didn't use it due to a claustrophobic type feeling. Since then, my symptoms have gotten worse, to the point where I literally cannot stay awake at all times during the day, mostly if I'm sitting still, while working, watching TV, etc. Previously, the pressure setting on my machine was 11 and now it is to be set to 18. I haven't met with the therapist as of yet but will be doing so in about a week and a half.
The machine in question is a Philips Respironics BiPAP Auto Bi-Flex with an attached removable humidifier. I'm trying to find out if the machine can only function as a BiPAP or also as a CPAP. Does anyone know for sure? I've been doing Google searches, which lead me to believe it does but I'm not certain I'm finding the right information. I don't want to have to buy a new machine if I don't have to.
