What is Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea (alternatively sleep apnoea) is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. These episodes, called apneas, last 10 seconds o...

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I am due for a new mask. I prefer the full face mask cause my nose is plugged a lot. I am waking up after a few hours with face pain & indentations & redness in my face. I lie on my right side. Can anyone recomend a good face mask or pillow I can use so I can wear the mask longer? I just can't wear the nasal kind but no matter how I twist the pillow I wake up like this. Does anyone have ant suggestions or a face mask & or pillow? Thanks, Laura
Posted on 10/22/09, 03:10 am
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Reply #1 - 10/22/09  5:10pm
" i use a merage quatro and i love it. its a full mask and very ajustable "
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Reply #2 - 10/22/09  11:12pm
" an experienced mask fitter with a good range of masks would help, masks often come in sizes with measuring of the face being needed

make final adjustmnents when lying on side in bed "
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Reply #3 - 10/30/09  9:01pm
" dr. just fitted me with a new mask. what a difference. this one covers nose and mouth and fits just perfectly. i'm a mouth breather too so this is the best kind for me. can't believe what a difference the right mask can make. let someone fit you with a few and choose the best. "
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Reply #4 - 11/10/09  3:01am
" I have said before I think the reason so many don't use their mask is because they have the wrong one. There is only one I can use. I have tried others. I wear the full face one and I hear nothing. I have to check to be sure it is on.

I don't have the forehead plastic because I couldn't use it. This site is the closest to the one I use http://pmiusa.biz/sleep.html
Mine is on the left without the head gear. Take your mask back if it doesn't work!

I use the Neti pot also and don't know what I would do without it. I bought mine at Walmart. It helps me breath better with the mask.
Good luck with it
Ann in Nashville "
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Reply #5 - 11/10/09  3:13am
" I use the Citrus II Cpap mask wipes. I bought 100 for $10 I think. I am out of them and will buy some more tomorrow. They can be used every night. I found mine at the same place I ordered my mask. "

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