Interesting JLSmithSeven, I like the idea of trying the spO2 device and I think I family doctor's office will lend one out overnight! I'll check it out. I've only heard her gasp for air couple times. But then, I sleep in a different room with the door closed... I'll follow through on your comment! I...

great point! She knows the benefits of cpap therapy. Digs in her heels and insists she does NOT have SA. I did try a wager, she would win a nice, expensive prize if she was tested and was negative for SA but no go. Two of her siblings have it and of course so do I. No one would tease her if she had ...

Anyone have that perfect or near perfect blocker for snoring? My wife and I usually sleep separately as she does not like getting cool moist drafts from my cpap machine on her neck and I can't stand her snoring... Quiet 99% of time but oh boy, that 1% will get ya... Going on vacation and do not have...

Nice report! Looks like the switch has been very beneficial to you!

Glad to help. Once you get over 16cm you're verging on bi-level territory... consider a bi-level titration, just had one, sleeping much better at 17-21 PS4. [/quote] Thank you for the suggestion. I feel my therapy is pretty well dialed in as is. My next big move will be transitioning from lift chai...

Best as I can tell, EPR is a matter of personal preference. I've been using CPAP since 1999. I find it very annoying, as if the machine was breathing for me. I know that's no literally happening, but is ure feels like it. I agree, definitely a personal preference. My DME suggested that I use EPR wh...

what you are saying here is the exact opposite of the spirit of this forum Gosh, that seemed harsh! I personally am still very much in the early experimental phase of dealing with my sleep apnea, and making good progress (at least in my understanding) thanks to folks on here and similar forums. Are...

At higher pressures EPR (or PS) is needed to blow off CO2... that's why bi-level was invented, that's why bi-level machines go higher. Those clusters of H's look suspicious... verging on CA's? When you turned off EPR and went straight CPAP at almost 17cm you effectively increased your iPap by 3cm. ...

Miss Emerita wrote Sorry infrequent poster. Had typed a reply but I don't see it. Weird. Retyping a shorter reply. Thank you for your informative reply! I had not completely understood the article... oops! Sorry about the links, corrected ones are shown below that should provide access: https://sle...

Hey Zonker! Always appreciate your wisdom! I seem to be trying to fix something that ain't broke! I haven't played with my settings for a very long time so fell for the temptation, newer approach has got to be better! As you well stated, not necessarily so, we are unique individuals! Best!

Longtime user and feel like I have my therapy pretty much dialed in. AHI's are typically less than 1.0 and leak rates are very low. I read an article mentioned by Lanky Lefty which suggests that EPR is less beneficial for APAP machines (unless titrated with EPR turned on). The article can be read he...

Just wear it until the cows come home !!

Excellent!

Pugsy, I'm a dairy guy, I work with and know cows! :D retired now Yeah, I know most/all will not follow Resmed guidelines. I received good long term information from other cpap users on how long I could go with mirage quattro mask and cushions. Being a retiree, I'm looking forward to reading practic...

F40 looks interesting for those of us that are side sleepers and need a full face mask. But, yikes, the Resmed recommended replacement rate is every two weeks for the cushions ($54 each)! Major suppliers are suggesting replacement once per month. In contrast, I replace my Quattro cushions once every...

Thank you Pugsy, Vandownbytheriver, and Ozji for your assistance and guidance! Looking forward to getting some real data on the S9 with my present setup. I used it last night and had a green leak smiley while I have routinely had red leak smilies with the s10. Hard numbers are more meaningful and us...