Should I buy a CPAP machine?

[Neil999]

Hi everyone,

I'm brand new here and looking for some advice. I've had a letter saying my sleep test revealed "severe obstructive sleep apnea". I've phoned the hospital who will phone me back in 2-3weeks with next steps.

With that I'm looking for some advice...
- Should I just go ahead and buy my own CPAP machine to save all of the hassle of waiting for the hospital?
- Are machines supplied by the NHS any good?

If I'm honest I just want to get things moving so I can get some sleep! But if the best course of action is to wait it out then I guess I will.

Thanks!!

[Kelly @ Intus]

Good Morning,

Thank you for your post.

Did the hospital inform you that you need a CPAP machine or did they not mention what the next steps would be?

If they suggested a CPAP machine, then I can happily help you look at the range of CPAP machines and masks to get you started if you wish to purchase one.

Can I suggest that you email me a copy of your sleep test results to contact@intushealthcare and then I can send you an introduction to CPAP machines and mask to walk you through the equipment, and advise timings. Then should you wish to purchase a machine and mask, then you are in a position to do so.

Kelly

[Nicki]

Hi, I had a sleep study done via my local NHS hospital which showed i had sleep apnea. Within a couple of days they provided me with a brand new top of the range CPAP machine, I definitely wouldn't recommend you purchase one until you have at least spoken to them, also, I believe they set the machine up for you to suit your own personal requirements.

[Reptilean]

I’ve been buying my own machines for years. If you can afford it, buy one asap and start getting proper sleep. I usually get mine from Resmed in Oxford. They will also let you try masks before you buy and show you how to fit and adjust your mask etc.

highly recommended.

https://www.resmed.co.uk

Good luck.