I have a cpap machine and i keep getting a burn in my nose,so much that i have to take the mask off, also i have a humidifier attached ,use distilled water and change my filter often, any suggestions?
2007-12-07 13:44:40 · 5 answers · asked by tkd28282003 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
sounds like the setting on your machine may need to be turned down. contact your sleep center
2007-12-07 13:47:42 · answer #1 · answered by Chris E 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A burn? Sounds like perhaps your humidifier is not properly attached to your machine. Double check with your machine instructions to make sure everything is attached the way is should be. If it is, then I would still contact the provider of your machine. In addition, you may also want to try adjusting your headgear and make sure it is not fitted too snuggly on your face. You should not be experiencing this type of side effect. The only side effects that I have heard or seen w/a CPAP is congestion or dry nose.
2007-12-08 02:09:44 · answer #2 · answered by siamsa_siamsa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a tiny bit of petroleum jelly in your nose before bed. It will protect your nasal passages from the CPAP air.
2007-12-08 07:03:38 · answer #3 · answered by boogeywoogy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a saline nasal spray every night before I put my cpap on, it helps to moisturize everything.
2007-12-07 13:48:19 · answer #4 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you clean the tubing?
2007-12-07 13:48:49 · answer #5 · answered by RT 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋