I tried a bacteria filter for a night and set the machine for its presence. I think the pressure increased a bit more than needed to compensate for the resistance of the filter. With humidity on the filter caused moisture to gather on it so I removed it. I don't usually use humidity and was testing ...

This is on the verge of being nothing but a pissing contest. ENOUGH with this. Agree to disagree and move on. If you guys/gals persist in this argument I will lock the thread. This is your one and only warning. Thank you. I just saw your warning after posting an explanation about my filters to anot...

OP will need to confirm if all the filters were the same colour. However, if different filters are actually trapping the same amount of particulates under the same conditions, then the same buildup of discolored material on top of the filter will occur regardless of its starting colour. [/quote] Al...

Chicago Granny, The filters that discolor are made of material that captures particulates that are evident by discoloration. A filter that does not capture particulate matter remains clean. The bed partner without CPAP is breathing normally, not from a machine that concentrates particulates from its...

Don't get so hung up on the color of the filters after they're used a bit. Yes, some of the color change can be related to filter efficiency but it's also completely dependent on the air being filtered. During the winter months with the windows closed and the furnace running (filtering the air) the...

Hi! Do you have an issue with the nose seal around the nostrils? I used the Liberty mask years ago, and it is similar to the F40. Infact, it was the first mask the DME gave when I brought my machine home. I had trouble with seal around the nostrils. Thanks, Sheriff I found if I put the mask straigh...

I see you have two AHI scores. Your AHI 21.4 is from hypopneas that do not cause a reduction of oxygen in the blood over 3%. Your AHI 5 score is from hypopneas that cause more than a 4% reduction of oxygen in the blood. It is interesting to see 0's for obstructional apnea and central apnea. Did the ...

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Try sleeping exclusively on your side until you see the provider. Typically, sleep apnea is most severe on the back.

The nonsupine hypopneas double as compared to supine. Why would sleeping nonsupine be advised?

I've seen the AS10 on sale at various online stores for half of what one of mine cost 8 years ago. I went to AS11 but didn't like the smell it produced so back to AS10. My old AS10 (used for five years) is a backup now. The current AS10 will be replaced in 2.5 years unless it breaks before then.

F20 with foam did not work for me. It leaked too much and felt strange so back to the F20 silicon. It was a year ago I ditched F20 for F40 and that made a huge difference for the better. After a few months with F40 I tried F20 and wondered how I ever suffered through it.

Don't get so hung up on the color of the filters after they're used a bit. Yes, some of the color change can be related to filter efficiency but it's also completely dependent on the air being filtered. During the winter months with the windows closed and the furnace running (filtering the air) the...

Out of 6 masks the ResMed F40 is the best I've used. It is a hybrid which is a sort of nasal mask that covers the mouth. It is the only mask I've used that seals at the pressure I need for therapy. It is small, lightweight and flexible. I bet there are plenty of good reviews on it.

I found it interesting that you have the same machine and pressure settings as I do. What jumps out on your OSCAR report is the very high number of Large Leaks and only CA apneas are being registered. I am not an expert but have many years of experience with APAP. Have you done the Run Mask Fit? It ...

I switched DMEs due to my online DME closing. The filters sent by the new DME looked quite different than what I had been getting. They had loose exposed fibers. After 1 month of use, they were as white as they were new. Fibers easily fell off them with a flick of a finger. I showed the filters to m...

I have had Medicare cover my CPAP gear for 18 years without question. I have used 5 DMEs but not Apria. I have never found one of them to be to my satisfaction but at least the Medicare has gone well as it is currently. Your doctor's Rx and Apria's filing for coverage should be enough or are we all ...