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You are not utilizing your instrument's pressure support (PS=0), probably because of some CAs. Nevertheless, you could try PS=1 and see how you feel, but your CA figures should not worsen significantly.
Also, you can increase your minimum pressure to 7 and the maximum to 10 to avoid frequent pressure adjustments and have a more peaceful night. The leaks can also be disturbing, so arrange your straps better or switch mask type.
I've made some adjustments alongside recommendations from my doctor and I'm feeling like I'm sleeping much better, deeper sleep, more dreams, less awakenings, however I'm actually seeing more events!
Could this be because I'm getting into deeper stages of sleep? I'd often wake up every couple hours on my older settings.
I'm looking into getting a soft cervical collar once I can figure out my measurements, but in the mean time if there's any suggestions I'd be happy to hear them.
Thank you all for being such an amazing resource and help.
(05-25-2024, 11:09 AM)Henrinator Wrote: I'm looking into getting a soft cervical collar once I can figure out my measurements, but in the mean time if there's any suggestions I'd be happy to hear them.
Your CAs increased; hence, you should dial down the PS=1. Simultaneously, raising the minimum pressure to 7 would be best to maintain proper pressure support against OAs, which are still there.
Your current maximum pressure setting also hits the ceiling; therefore, you should increase it to 12.
Around 05:20, you can see the gathering of OAs characteristic of positional apnea; hence, you would need the collar. Also, ensure a solid side seeing, not turning to your back.
05-25-2024, 02:32 PM (This post was last modified: 05-25-2024, 02:33 PM by SarcasticDave94.)
RE: Requesting help interpreting data
Curious question, you're doing your setting edits yourself, right? Because you certainly can do this, get the results, then discuss with doctor later. I wouldn't want you to be billed for edits you're well able to take care of yourself.
If you don't have it yet, look at the following link to get your CPAP Setup Manual.
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Hey all, been working alongside your advice and have limited some of the issues, and the CA with the pressure support seemed to be a fluke, but I'm still maxing out my current pressure and struggling with aerophagia as a result.
I'm not sure what a good next step is, as I'm a light sleeper and the aerophagia bloating keeps me from sleeping.
Appreciate your help dealing with silly folk like me
