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by Cosette
Sat Feb 06, 2010 12:54 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Info display has no data after use! (Risp)REMstar Pro C-Flex
Replies: 13
Views: 2935

Re: Info display has no data after use! (Risp)REMstar Pro C-Flex

You may have to wait 5 days before you see a recording. Did you check the directions?
by Cosette
Fri Feb 05, 2010 4:03 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: What do I need to know?
Replies: 16
Views: 3040

Re: What do I need to know?

Our sleep center has a tv in each room, but you don't have to use it. I rarely watch tv and never in bed, but there are those who like to. The problem I find is there is no comfortable setup for reading while waiting to be hooked up. An easy chair with light would be grand as would a bedside reading...
by Cosette
Mon Feb 01, 2010 9:39 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Why is it necessary to have a support team?
Replies: 87
Views: 1625434

Re: Why is it necessary to have a support team?

Thank you Carolyn, the support has been very helpful.
by Cosette
Thu Jan 21, 2010 4:13 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Short Trip -not taking CPAP
Replies: 48
Views: 5149

Re: Short Trip -not taking CPAP

I just finished my trip to Russia from Germany this past Saturday. I had my normal carry on and my machine. When I checked in at the counter, they asked me about the machine. When I told them it was medical equipment, they didn't give it a second thought. When I went through security here in German...
by Cosette
Thu Jan 21, 2010 3:10 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: How long to get CPAP machine?
Replies: 6
Views: 7987

Re: How long to get CPAP machine?

I went for my second sleep study on Sunday 1/18/10. This time they had me use the CPAP machine. I woke up after two hours and felt really refreshed. Because I felt so much better, I want my machine now! I've called my Dr. and left a message on Monday but have not heard from the DME. How long did it...
by Cosette
Tue Jan 19, 2010 6:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: How long did it take you to get CPAP?
Replies: 13
Views: 4049

Re: How long did it take you to get CPAP?

Grateful to my HMO for moving faster than some. From primary care doc to referral to having my APAP was about 5 weeks. Would've been faster if I'd been able to clear my calendar to take advantage of earlier appointments. But my HMO starts with in-home sleep studies and titrates at home using APAP, ...
by Cosette
Tue Jan 19, 2010 4:14 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: What's New & Great for Full-Face Mask for sleep test tonite?
Replies: 4
Views: 1105

Re: What's New & Great for Full-Face Mask for sleep test tonite?

Good luck with the sleep test tonight and may you sleep well.
by Cosette
Tue Jan 19, 2010 4:07 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: How long did it take you to get CPAP?
Replies: 13
Views: 4049

How long did it take you to get CPAP?

I'm wondering how long it has taken CPAP users to get established from the first time their primary care physician suggests a sleep study to having a properly working system. My doctor suggested a sleep study on June 12, 2009. It was scheduled for September 29, 2009. I received my first CPAP equipme...
by Cosette
Sun Jan 17, 2010 5:27 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: meaning of AHI for a lay person
Replies: 27
Views: 3826

Re: meaning of AHI for a lay person

Saying my "Therapy is NOT working" without giving any reasons and sending some ridiculous links to read and view are not helpful for a new user who is trying to get answers. Sweetheart you have answers... maybe not the ones you want but don't shoot the messenger. You don't want to read, don't want ...
by Cosette
Sun Jan 17, 2010 5:20 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: meaning of AHI for a lay person
Replies: 27
Views: 3826

Re: meaning of AHI for a lay person

That red ball is a pool ball and it is simply to illustrate the small size of your machine. It would be better if you chose text (not the picture) to tell us what equipment you have. Then we don't have to click on it to see exactly which PR System 1 machine you have - Plus, Pro, Auto or BiPap. I've...
by Cosette
Sun Jan 17, 2010 2:30 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: meaning of AHI for a lay person
Replies: 27
Views: 3826

Re: meaning of AHI for a lay person

Cosette, are those percentages you listed for leaks the "Large Leaks" as reported on the LCD? The LCD on my System One Auto always says 0% large leaks, but that doesn't mean I don't have leaks. Large leaks are only those so large that it can't detect events anymore. I guess I don't have any of thos...
by Cosette
Sun Jan 17, 2010 2:24 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: meaning of AHI for a lay person
Replies: 27
Views: 3826

Re: meaning of AHI for a lay person

You've listed the photo of your machine as the Respironics PR System One but you post that you have the REMstar M Auto Aflex so that's confusing. I know you're overwhelmed right now but you've come to the right place. Also know that you've got some of the best here trying to help you. The first adv...
by Cosette
Sat Jan 16, 2010 5:49 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Exhaling with the Swift LT
Replies: 20
Views: 3215

Re: Exhaling with the Swift LT

Have you tried a different pillow size? (S,M,L)
by Cosette
Sat Jan 16, 2010 5:01 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Exhaling with the Swift LT
Replies: 20
Views: 3215

Re: Exhaling with the Swift LT

I don't feel I'm getting enough breath with the Swift LT.
by Cosette
Sat Jan 16, 2010 4:57 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Why did the cats come back!
Replies: 22
Views: 2773

Re: Why did the cats come back!

Hi. New CPAP user here (female), having a bit of trouble getting proper mask fit and adjusting to machine. I am in my first week of full treatment with CPAP. I managed to take a nap earlier today with my full face mask on the entire time and woke up to find all four of my cats sleeping next to me. ...