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I was diagnosed with Central Sleep Apnea in February. Took 4 months to receive my ResMed. Tried 2 nasal pillows but couldn’t get used to them as I typically breathe through my mouth due to multiple sinus issues. Have tried the full mask for two nights now and can’t get used to it. I don’t think the fit is right as it leaked unless I have it so tight it feels like a strong midget is smothering me. Needless to say my sleep has been even worse since trying this and I’m starting to lose hope. Anyone use an ASV machine for Central Apnea? Research says it may be better than CPAP. I’d be interested to know how the transition was helpful or not if so.

Perhaps you require a different mask size?

There is also a memory foam mask.

Check out the air sense F series with and without the memory foam.

I use a regular f20 but I am going to try the F20 with memory foam next round.

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Posted by Salamander_Wilson

Member since Jul 2015

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Posted on 9/22/22 at 12:10 pm to Warfox

I’ll ask about them. Will see the respiratory therapist next week.

I don’t like how much ‘just try this’ is involved. Wish they’d spend more time with you trying on multiple things in office until you feel comfortable.

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Posted by S1C EM

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Posted on 9/30/22 at 6:13 am to Warfox

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Check out the air sense F series with and without the memory foam. I use a regular f20 but I am going to try the F20 with memory foam next round.

The AirTouch F20 (the one with the memory foam) was a game changer. I tried a ton of different masks early on and this was the one I settled on. I haven’t not used my machine, even for a single night, in over three years.

Making it work is all about finding the right mask. And use ONLY distilled water in your machine. You’ll thank me.

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