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I’m so happy to be here. Seems like there is a lot to learn from here. And I need the help badly. I’m a month in, and I’m so unhappy. I struggle to fall asleep with my mask on, and once I’m finally asleep, my O2 is still in the 80s. I think I just need a minimum pressure adjustment, but I don’t know where to start with that from looking at my OSCAR data.
Do I just attach my screenshots here to get some feedback? Please point me in the right direction, and I’ll upload it.
Thank you! I’ve got to get this figured out so I can get compliant.
Machine: Löwenstein Prisma Smart Plus Mask Type: Nasal pillows Mask Make & Model: ResMed P10 Humidifier: Not using CPAP Pressure: 6 mostly - up 9-10ish CPAP Software: OSCAR
INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
Your numbers are looking pretty good. I think I would recommend that you up your minimum pressure to 7 cm. That way, you will be receiving the full benefit of the EPR set to 3. Your apneas appear to be positional. Try to stay on your side as much as possible. Of course, the OAs could be you holding your breath as you turn to a new position.
INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
I feel like garbage. ? Still so tired. But on the positive side of things, when I sleep all night with the machine, I don’t have a headache! Small victories. I’ll take it.
When I was looking at the data, I thought, should I go up to 7 as my minimum pressure? So I guess I was looking at the right thing.
I’ve been sleeping in a recliner, because sleeping in bed on my side has made me feel a bit more claustrophobic. I know I have to get back into bed and sleep on my side. Maybe the pressure change will help me get more comfortable.
Thank you so much. You have no idea how much I appreciate your help. I’m going to get the hang of it. I know I will. I will report back tomorrow and let you know how I did with the change!
Just wanted to stop by and thank you again! That pressure increase is exactly what I needed to fall asleep comfortably and stay asleep. I actually felt like I was getting the air that I needed prior to dozing off. Made all the difference. I slept straight through for 7 hours (which hasn't happened in almost a year), and I feel pretty good so far today! I'll keep working at it and hoping I keep this momentum.
