dke 26 Posted May 14, 2016 I have used a CPAP for about 8 years. Cannot sleep without it! I am taking it to the hosp with me....it's my best friend! :-) Sent from my SM-S920L using the BariatricPal App Sometimes I feel as if the air blowing out is too hard and I get overwhelmed. Maybe it's all in my mind. I mentioned it to the tech and she said that's what the doctor ordered and that I'll get used to it. Did you experience that the first time you used your machine? What type of mask do you use? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I use a nasal mask...does not cover my mouth since I was not a mouth breather. I was "diagnosed " by my husband when he told me it was scary when I would stop breathing at night! I was always tired and sleepy. I still pooh poohed yhe idea of sleep apnea til it was proven with a sleep study. I did not want a CPap! However..I didn't know how bad I felt til I got my CPAP and actually got real deep sleep! Can't go without it now. You should try different masks to see what works best for you and I think you will be surprised at how much more energy you have when you wake up after sleeping well. Sent from my SM-S920L using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted May 14, 2016 @@adav06GT I sleep on my stomach with mine (nasal mask). I feel the same way - slept horrible when I didn't use it one night last week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted May 14, 2016 (edited) @@VeroN86 Did they allow you to try different masks? I felt that say with the nasal pillow and full mask). I also start mine with a gradual delay - working up to my level over 20 mins and that helps alot. What machine do you have? Edited May 14, 2016 by KristenLe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babbs 14,681 Posted May 14, 2016 Just came in to say I read the topic as "Crap Machine" at first. Carry on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VSG.Steph.june6.2016 1 Posted May 14, 2016 I have a cpap machine and can't use it cause I take it off in my sleep and don't know it and am unsure how to deal with it. I am only have mild sleep apnea and honestly do not feel better even I use the machine. Sent from my SM-N910W8 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marylu 12 Posted May 14, 2016 I'll do you one better. I have cpap & a bpap machine. I had stopped breathing at least 18 times & everyone wants to know why I'm having the sleeve June 24th. They just don't get it. Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VeroN86 60 Posted May 14, 2016 @@VeroN86 Did they allow you to try different masks? I felt that say with the nasal pillow and full mask). I also start mine with a gradual delay - working up to my level over 20 mins and that helps alot. What machine do you have? Yes. I tried the facial one and thought it would work for me but boy was I wrong. I came back and got the nasal mask. I have a resmed machine. I check my progress online but it's not picking up my info so weird.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I'll do you one better. I have cpap & a bpap machine. I had stopped breathing at least 18 times & everyone wants to know why I'm having the sleeve June 24th. They just don't get it. Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App 18 times is that considered mild? I have mild sleep apnea and the doctor says I stop breathing 52 times Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted May 15, 2016 @@VeroN86 Look at the "Ramp" setting on your machine and set it so you gradually get up to the pressure set. That helped me get used to it faster. Also - make sure your humidifier setting is on and adjust for comfort. Have you heard from the sleep clinic about your usage? I used to get calls all the time and even texts when I hadn't used it one night (kind of creepy "they" know). How many times per hour did you have an apnea event? That's where mild/moderate/severe is. Your 52 # must have been total - where the 18 was probably per hour. Over 30 per hour is severe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VeroN86 60 Posted May 15, 2016 Guess what? I just used my machine for 6 hours straight! I feel really good right now. I haven't had good sleep in two years!!! I'm going to try and use it longer tonight. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VeroN86 60 Posted May 15, 2016 @@VeroN86 Look at the "Ramp" setting on your machine and set it so you gradually get up to the pressure set. That helped me get used to it faster. Also - make sure your humidifier setting is on and adjust for comfort. Have you heard from the sleep clinic about your usage? I used to get calls all the time and even texts when I hadn't used it one night (kind of creepy "they" know). How many times per hour did you have an apnea event? That's where mild/moderate/severe is. Your 52 # must have been total - where the 18 was probably per hour. Over 30 per hour is severe. I found that adjusting my humidifier settings helped a lot. Doctor said 52 total . I get texts all the time too lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted May 15, 2016 Guess what? I just used my machine for 6 hours straight! I feel really good right now. I haven't had good sleep in two years!!! I'm going to try and use it longer tonight. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App That's great!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VeroN86 60 Posted May 15, 2016 Guess what? I just used my machine for 6 hours straight! I feel really good right now. I haven't had good sleep in two years!!! I'm going to try and use it longer tonight. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App That's great!!! I can definitely get used to this! And thank you Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VeroN86 60 Posted June 18, 2016 I got clearance from the Pulmonologist on Thursday and now my paper work is being submitted to insurance!! #waiting Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PayItForward 207 Posted June 18, 2016 @@VeroN86 Glad to hear that you are getting used to the cpap machine. I've had one for years. I hated the thing so much as first but loved how much better it made me feel. I can't sleep without it now. You definitely won't be wearing it during surgery but be sure to bring it to the hospital. You will want to use it after the surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VeroN86 60 Posted June 18, 2016 @@VeroN86 Glad to hear that you are getting used to the cpap machine. I've had one for years. I hated the thing so much as first but loved how much better it made me feel. I can't sleep without it now. You definitely won't be wearing it during surgery but be sure to bring it to the hospital. You will want to use it after the surgery. Thank you! I used to hate wearing it but now I love it and I feel better in the mornings. I can't wait to get the insurance approval which may take up to 2 weeks to get an answer. Did you have the surgery? Or are you in the process of getting it? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
