Made (Therapy Thread)

[Crimson Nape]

Based on my experience with the F30, the Evora requires about 1/3 the mask tension to obtain a seal. . . Just say'in.

[Made]

I was thinking about the Evora but its expensive and I cant find a supplier in the UK who can offer returns

[Sleeprider]

I know you won’t believe me, but get a Resmed Airfit 10p large and use it without ramp at your current pressure. I often mouth breathe during the day and it can take several minutes at night when first starting therapy at 13/9 pressure for everything to drain and air flowing. It is the best feeling in the World to breathe through my nose. The direct pressure from nasal pillows can work. If you must use a FFM find one with nasal pillows and a mouth cover.

[Made]

The nasal polyp in my left nostril is close to the entrance and it acts like a valve and blocks exhale. On the right side the septum reduces the flow on that side .
I have put up with this for many years and have to use nasal sprays and drops
Every hybrid mask I have tried painfully cuts just inside of my right nostril .
I have posted on here again hoping that there may be anything new to help

[Sleeprider]

I would look for a second opinion from an ENT willing to deal with at least the polyp. An exhale valve is horrible. I deal with it on occasion when allergies kick in, but can't imagine it for a daily sleep disruption. A complete shutdown of air on exhale cannot be dealt with using positive pressure, and you need a better solution. IMHO this problem is worth the pain and risk of surgery. It may be worthwhile to tell your existing ENT that you're not willing to live with this condition, and he can either refer you to someone that will do the work, or he can become more flexible.

[Made]

I have to be on Warfarin ( Coumadin over there) for life was one of the reasons.
Other reasons were my weight, age and the fact that I live on my own.

[Gideon]

SR do you think a Stent might work, similar to the one we have seen used for palatal prolapse?

It may be worthwhile asking your ENT about this.

[Sleeprider]

Gideon, I think a short stent could make a big difference. This is not palatal prolapse, so everything is pretty much in the nose rather than the airway. It's less invausesive, but probably not covered. A shut-down of exhaled air is a non-starter for me regardless of where it originates. Stent should work, but we're talking $800 out of pocket to find out. Our AlaxoStent success story "SleepyCPAP" uses the long stent for palatal prolapse. We have not seen anything from a member using the 4" stent for nasal issues. http://www.apneaboard.com/forums/Thread-...l-Prolapse