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Since starting CPAP for my moderate OSA about two and a half years ago, I have got through a fair number of masks. I started with Resmed nasal masks that although small and easy-fit, left me with a dry mouth. I was moved onto full masks and have managed to break two of these. The first Resmed Mirage had a very weak and awkward joint where the elbow fits on the face part. Also I found the plastic clip that locks the hose into the elbow would release itself. My last mask a Mirage Plus has had two problems. The adjuster on the pad that rests on the forehead would not stay up due to a tiny piece of plastic snapping off, although I could get around that, as it was ok once on. However, then the plastic clip that holds the cushion on the mask snapped as well and this is much more problematic as the mask invariable slides about. Recently I received the rather fancy looking Resmed Quattro.. I shall see how it goes tonight.
My problems with the full face masks are few really... After putting a mask on I invariable get an itchy nose that simply must be scratched, but the real problem is the pressure of the mask on my teeth. The bottom of the mask tends to rest on my gum and puts pressure on it. I usually wake up with some soreness due to this. I note the Quattro sits a little lower so Im hoping this will go away.
I would not consider a nights sleep without CPAP now, despite it being very scary for children (although mine accept it), and embarrassing to be seen using one. Almost forgot, these masks are a nightmare if you travel abroad as they seem too weak to pack. My new one has come with a fancy bag so perhaps it will travel better.
Since starting CPAP for my moderate OSA about two and a half years ago, I have got through a fair number of masks. I started with Resmed nasal masks that although small and easy-fit, left me with a dry mouth. I was moved onto full masks and have managed to break two of these. The first Resmed Mirage had a very weak and awkward joint where the elbow fits on the face part. Also I found the plastic clip that locks the hose into the elbow would release itself. My last mask a Mirage Plus has had two problems. The adjuster on the pad that rests on the forehead would not stay up due to a tiny piece of plastic snapping off, although I could get around that, as it was ok once on. However, then the plastic clip that holds the cushion on the mask snapped as well and this is much more problematic as the mask invariable slides about. Recently I received the rather fancy looking Resmed Quattro.. I shall see how it goes tonight.
My problems with the full face masks are few really... After putting a mask on I invariable get an itchy nose that simply must be scratched, but the real problem is the pressure of the mask on my teeth. The bottom of the mask tends to rest on my gum and puts pressure on it. I usually wake up with some soreness due to this. I note the Quattro sits a little lower so Im hoping this will go away.
I would not consider a nights sleep without CPAP now, despite it being very scary for children (although mine accept it), and embarrassing to be seen using one. Almost forgot, these masks are a nightmare if you travel abroad as they seem too weak to pack. My new one has come with a fancy bag so perhaps it will travel better.
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