Bleep Mask

[paulag1955]

Has anyone here used the Bleep mask successfully or know of anyone who has? I'm currently using a ResMed P10 mask. I had the opportunity to try a ResMed N20. The N20 reduced my AHI and I had significantly fewer mask arousals, but both of these masks cause unacceptable puffiness under my eyes. Since I feel the same whether I use the machine or not, it will be hard to stay motivated to stick with it if I look like my eyes are wearing a puffer coat. Yes, I am just that vain.

[PeaceLoveAndPizza]

I switched from the P10 to the Bleep DreamPort and the new Eclipse. Once I got used to it I had no problems and no difference in AHI or sleep quality with any.

I do not use it nightly as I prefer the P10, but do switch to the Bleep on occasion when my nose is sore from wearing the P10 too tightly. I sometimes have the same puffiness issues with P10 (or any strapped mask), but at my advanced age I don’t care about it. My sleep is more important to me.

[paulag1955]

Thank you for your input. I'm definitely going to give up the P10 because it does leave me with sore nostrils for half-ish of the next day. I do also have some leakage with it, mostly because the straps won't stay in place on my hair.

[PeaceLoveAndPizza]

Most P10 nasal soreness issues wear off over a short time. I use a tiny bit of Lanisoh where I get soreness at times to protect my nose, but I do still get it regardless. Not a big deal as it wears off after a few days when I switch to the Bleep. 

Be sure to watch the videos by Stuart on the bleepsleep website. DME Link Removed
They are at the bottom of the page. it will save you much frustration.

Cheers!

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[paulag1955]

Thanks for your response. I'm not experiencing skin soreness. It's pressure soreness from the mask pushing against my nostrils.

[PeaceLoveAndPizza]

If it is pressure soreness you have the headgear too tight. It is a delicate balance between getting a good seal and having it too loose. We tend to make it too tight as we think it needs to be a complete seal before starting the pressure. In reality it needs to be just sitting there comfortably as when the pressure starts it expands the pillows to fill the space. I'm still struggling with it after all these years!

Thanks Moderator for removing the link as I forgot about linking directly to the manufacturers site. 

@paulag1955, you can find the same ones on YouTube, so just search for "bleep eclipse" and you'll find the fitting videos.

[Deborah K.]

Lots of us use the Bleep and love it. Do a search and you will find lots of talk about it. I use it and love it! I'll never go back to any other mask.

[paulag1955]

I already have trouble keeping it on my head. If it were any looser, it wouldn't stay on at all. I just don't think it's the right mask for me. Although I used it for months when I first got the AirSense. When I was having so much trouble, no one ever suggested trying a different mask.

[PeaceLoveAndPizza]

Masks are a personal choice that may change over time as we get used to therapy. Use whatever works for you. The Bleep Eclipse or DreamPort are both great masks once you get the hang of applying the nose pieces and attaching the connector.

I've been through a dozen or so masks over the years and always end up going back to the P10, but I have not had hair for over 40 years, so no worries there. I would love to use a half full face mask like the F30 so I don't have to use a soft cervical collar, but the nose cushion just does not work with my big schnoz for any length of time. I keep trying though.

[paulag1955]

Hope springs eternal. Which is a better alternative to quitting, which I did for five years.