Issues sleeping with CPAP as of late

[Jim1967 3,569]

Hi All,

Strange thing started occurring this past week. I've been wearing a nasal only CPAP since 2010 and this past week every night so far has been restless and I seem to be sleeping with my mouth open causing my throat to dry out by the morning. Typically the air being forced into my nose would keep my mouth shut. Only other time I had this issue was when I was battling a head cold which I do not have at this time.

I am not sure what to think here. I am about ready to seek out my Doctor for advice but wanted to know if anyone else has had this experience. Part of me wonders if perhaps the significant weight loss is playing a factor and it's time for a new sleep study evaluation. Maybe my machine needs to adjusted. I still feel I am getting REM cycles as my dreams continue on. I never have dreams without wearing the CPAP.

I did try one night without the CPAP and that was even worse.

thanks

[GoingforGoal 1,734]

Sounds like you could benefit from lowering the pressure on your machine. And yes, significant wl can drastically reduce sleep apnea to the point of not needing cpap. Intermittent evaluations/restudies is warranted to support your physical changes.

[GuyMontag 1,264]

I was suffering from sleep apnea and had just bought a CPAP when I found out I was getting surgery in a couple of weeks. I literally used the CPAP for a week, started losing weight, and never needed it again. You might want to get rechecked.

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

I agree with the others, I think it's time for a new sleep study and have your CPAP settings evaluated.

Like Guy, I used to have a sleep apnea too. Now, not only do I no longer have the sleep apnea but I don't even snore anymore.

You've lost A LOT of weight. I'd be shocked if your CPAP needs haven't changed drastically.

[Jim1967 3,569]

Thanks all. I know in the end a new sleep study is much needed. Just dread it. It's a bit of PITA but I guess I have to go so I can start sleeping better.

[AquarianCrab 8]

I have obstructive sleep apnea so mine will only go away if I get surgery for it. I have a BiPAP machine, and had it for ten years before my band. It's been 2.5 years since my band and while I still require my BiPAP, I was leaking air from my mask. I went to a medical supply store that had sample masks you could try on, and once you narrow it down to 2 or 3 they connect you to a machine to check for leakage. Turns out not only did I need a smaller size mask after weight loss, I also needed a different style.

[tarajim 20]

You just might not need the CPAP anymore. I threw mine away 4 years ago.... Sometime have dry mouth but rarely snore... Just another NSV!

[PrettyThick1 1,860]

You definintely need to go in for a new sleep study. Your prescription has almost certainly changed due to the weight loss, so your machine needs to be reconfigured to your current needs.

Good luck!

[Jim1967 3,569]

I am going after the New Year. I am out of vacation time or should I say it is all booked up to do something fun, I've been sleeping fine without up to this point but I do need to get re tested in case I still need it. So far I am not snoring and I do dream now even without it. I hadn't dreamt without my CPAP in years.