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New CPAP User Seeking Advice on Pressure Settings - wsswms - 11-25-2024
Hello everyone,
I’m a new CPAP (or APAP?) user with allergic rhinitis (as well as asthma) and obesity. I purchased a ResMed AirSense 10 Autoset Plus to address my snoring issues while sleeping.
I live in China, where CPAP devices are marketed as tools for “solving snoring and improving sleep quality.” They are readily available on online platforms similar to Amazon, and there are also many domestic brands (e.g., Yuwell and BMC). After purchasing the device, I realized there isn’t professional support here to help adjust the settings. The after-sales support from online stores only relies on the data displayed on the device’s screen (not the SD card data) to evaluate effectiveness. That’s why I’m turning to this forum for advice.
The machine came with a ResMed Mirage FX Wide nasal mask, but since I frequently experience nasal congestion and am used to breathing through my mouth, it’s difficult for me to fall asleep using this mask. I purchased an AirFit F20 full-face mask as an alternative.
The device’s default pressure range was 4-20, and I adjusted it to 6-20 before switching to the F20 mask and attempting to sleep. However, after just over an hour, I woke up feeling overwhelmed by the high pressure from the machine. It felt like a large amount of air was being forced into my stomach.
Should I adjust the maximum pressure, or is there a typical pressure range recommended for beginners? I apologize for not being able to provide OSCAR charts yet, as I haven’t managed to sleep for more than two hours with the F20 mask so far.
Since this post was translated using an LLM, some descriptions might not be entirely accurate. I appreciate your understanding and look forward to your advice
RE: New CPAP User Seeking Advice on Pressure Settings - paulag1955 - 11-25-2024
Even charts from two hours of sleep could be helpful, but, yes, your upper pressure is too high. Someone smarter than I am will be here soon to help you with that.
RE: New CPAP User Seeking Advice on Pressure Settings - Deborah K. - 11-25-2024
I suggest you set a pressure range of 7 to 15 for now. Also, turn on EPR full time, set at 3. That helps make your breathing more comfortable and keeps flow limits down. We like to see those nice and low.
I see you already have Oscar. We could better help you if you posted an Oscar chart or two. For the correct format, press F12 if you have a Microsoft computer or F12 plus the fn button if you have a Mac. Then, make sure we can read to the very bottom of the flow limits.
Best of luck with your new therapy!
