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Posted 9/30/2013 9:56 PM (GMT 0)
Good Afternoon,
I'm new to this forum and a Type 2 Diabetic. I'm on a Lantus Pen and take Metformin 1000mg x 2 a day. I just recently did a sleep study and now have to wear a mask to sleep. Anyone have any tips for getting used to such a crazy thing? smhair


(Jim, I gave your post a subject line.)

Post Edited By Moderator (LanieG) : 9/30/2013 4:43:16 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 9/30/2013 10:38 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Jim. Oh gee, no. I've never had to wear anything like that. I hope someone can post some advice for you! What does it look like? Sorry that I can't help that.
Posted 10/1/2013 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
Hi, Jim. I'm assuming you're referring to CPAP? I've never had to use this either. I do know they sell special pillows which are supposed to help, and my neighbor who used it had to try a variety of different masks to find one he could tolerate. An experienced respiratory technician (who should be available through the provider who sold you the mask) can help with this.

This is one example where you're much better off to go with a local vendor so you can get this kind of customer service; mail order vendors just can't match it. Hope you can get the help you need to work this out.
Posted 10/1/2013 2:45 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the advice
Posted 10/5/2013 5:49 AM (GMT 0)
Hi if you get a good fitting mask they are quite fine I have Both cpap machine and Oxygen as well and find it ok

the mask I have is not full face it only covers your nose and while it looks weird it settles ok.

I also use a machine that has a humidifier apparently this makes it softer otherwise the air can flow thru a bit harsh.

you should have an appointment with your respiratory doctor or sleep lab to set it all up they will try on different masks to find one that fits you.

Posted 10/15/2013 9:33 PM (GMT 0)
Hello Jim!
I'm just like you, insulin and c-pap. I wear mine for snoring/sleep apnea. Since I've started using it I sleep 100% more restfully and no longer wake up with splitting headaches. My husband is sleeping much better, too! turn It also brought my blood pressure down to safe levels so I was able to give up one BP med. When I realized how much my mood had improved from better sleep and my dear hubby's mood had improved because HE was getting better sleep it was a no brainer. My c-pap is my friend so wearing it became almost an instant habit. And there is one added bonus... When I get a cold it seems to keep my nose open to breathing better, almost like it's able to resist a stuffy nose. Oh, and one more thing!!! When I've fixed baked beans for dinner I can put a scented candle (unlit) next to my air intake and DH's toots don't bother me at all. tongue
Posted 10/16/2013 6:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Jim. Once you get it all up and running let me know how you like it.

I am trying to convince my Dr to let me get one. I had a sleep study that showed my O2 levels drop below the 'acceptable' range, and I 'wake up' (leave rem sleep) an avg of 10-15 times per hour. My argument is since lack of sleep is linked to higher blood sugar it makes sense for me to have one.

Those of you that have one already did you have to convince your Dr or were they the ones who suggested it?
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