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Stuffed nose and full face mask
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harmonicamoon
Posts: 32 Threads: 12 Joined: Jul 2013
Machine: resmed s9
08-02-2013, 02:04 PM
Stuffed nose and full face mask
On a few occasions I have had a stuffed nose and end up breathing through my mouth (full face mask). Am I still receiving the benefits of the CPAP when this happens? Thank you for your replies.
big_dave
Posts: 473 Threads: 14 Joined: Apr 2012
Machine: AirSense 10 Autoset
08-02-2013, 02:39 PM
RE: Stuffed nose and full face mask
Yes, that's the purpose of a full face mask. You may have seen posts recommending using a chinstrap to keep the mouth closed while using a nasal mask, but it's not necessary to keep your mouth closed while using a full face mask. I use a chinstrap, but I'm more comfortable wearing a nasal mask.
RonWessels
Posts: 465 Threads: 2 Joined: Jun 2013
Machine: REMstar Auto AFlex DS560TS
08-02-2013, 03:00 PM
RE: Stuffed nose and full face mask
The purpose of CPAP is to maintain a positive pressure in your airway. Whether that pressure comes in through your nose, through your mouth, or through a tracheal tube is irrelevant.
zonk
Posts: 8,023 Threads: 243 Joined: Feb 2012
Machine: A10 AutoSet
08-02-2013, 03:34 PM
RE: Stuffed nose and full face mask
If your mouth is dry in the morning ... you,re probably breathing thru your mouth
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Stuffed nose and full face mask
