Sleep Apnea Support Group
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. People with sleep apnea partially awaken as they struggle to breathe, but in the morning they may not be aware of sleep disturbances.
I have been using the cpap for several months now. As one problem is solved, another pops up. My newest problem is very sore lips. My lips hurt so bad today. I think it's because I drool in my sleep and then the air blows on it. I refuse to use tape, I can't stand it, I panic.
In addition to the sore lips, the pressure in my ears from the machine is terrible. The pressue builds with each swallow until there is pain.
I also take the mask off in the night AND turn the machine off, but have NO MEMORY of doing it.
I've had the machine since August 2007 or before and I still have the issues of the mask-removal and the ear pressure. Now the sore lips.
I had a dear friend die in December. His family told me he died of heart failure and lung failure due to sleep apnea. So each night I try, try again.
But it is so frustrating. I just needed to vent. Thanks for listening.
In addition to the sore lips, the pressure in my ears from the machine is terrible. The pressue builds with each swallow until there is pain.
I also take the mask off in the night AND turn the machine off, but have NO MEMORY of doing it.
I've had the machine since August 2007 or before and I still have the issues of the mask-removal and the ear pressure. Now the sore lips.
I had a dear friend die in December. His family told me he died of heart failure and lung failure due to sleep apnea. So each night I try, try again.
But it is so frustrating. I just needed to vent. Thanks for listening.
Julie
During the night my mouth gets bone dry... I try to make enough spit to wet it again... I also have to drink some water too. I don't have the ear-poping... OUCH!