question about CPAP

[Guest guest]

As you may recall, I got my CPAP (actually a BiPAP) machine two weeks ago. After

the fiasco of the first mask, I now have a new one that is much more

comfortable--it's just a tiny plastic strip with nostril inserts.

My question is this: My husband just told me that with the enhanced sound of

my breathing with the CPAP machine, he can actually tell when I stop breathing.

He says that I'll inhale, and then take quite a long time to exhale and start

breathing again.

Is this normal with a CPAP? I thought the whole idea of the machine is to

prevent me from not breathing regularly during sleep, and that if I did stop

breathing, to immediately force air into my airway. Is there something wrong

with my machine or mask, or is this the way the machine actually works?

Thanks.

a

[Guest guest]

Hi a,

I've awakened to inhale while using my CPAP a few times, my doctor

wants to send me back for another sleep study. For me, possibly

central sleep apnea combined with the obstructive apnea. Bring it up

with your doctor ASAP. Good luck.

Best wishes,

Jackie in MI

I thought the whole idea of the machine is to prevent me from not

breathing regularly during sleep, and that if I did stop breathing, to

immediately force air into my airway. Is there something wrong with my

machine or mask, or is this the way the machine actually works? a

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[Guest guest]

Hello,

My husband uses one and never stops and starts breathing again like he used

to. He uses the big mask so no air will leak out. It took him awhile to get used

to it but now won't sleep without the thing.

Hope it works out for you.

Caitlin

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