RE: I need advices,
I have had chronic sinus trouble all my life. I've found nasal irrigation with a neti pot helpful. (Some people use saline sprays.) Occasionally, congestion does not allow me to irrigate my sinuses, so I use my CPAP machine for half an hour while awake, setting it to a higher pressure to break through the congestion. Then, I can use the neti pot. I try to remember to turn the pressure back down when I'm done. Otherwise it compromises my sleep quality and my stats.
RE: I need advice
For me, the CPAP moves the congestion out of the way. I use a nasal rinse (I use the squeeze bottle vs the neti pot) just before bed then again when I get up.
Sleep is important when sick so try to use the CPAP and see how you do. It might be a little difficult at first, especially if you use the ramp feature. And in the morning, you may hack up some lovely, gross stuff.
PaulaO
Take a deep breath and count to zen.
RE: I need advice
Strangely enough, I don't think I've ever been too congested to use my nasal mask. The CPAP and sleeping in the recliner does seem to keep my nose open.
I have a few full face masks, but I'm not sure I'd be able to sleep with one.
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Useful links.
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If it's midnight and a DME tells you it's dark outside, go and check it yourself.
RE: I need advice
NeilMed sinus rinse is what you need. You can buy this kit in any drug store. It works better than a netti pot, in my opinion, because it flushes the mucous out under pressure.
It's gross at first, but once you get used to it it's wonderful. I use mine whenever I have a cold or congestion. I had the flu a few weeks back and never missed a night of CPAP therapy. In fact, the CPAP machine helps me keep my sinuses open.
Sleepster
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