I don't understand why, if you were given a CPAP, the doctor wouldn't be willing to switch you to the BiPap. The pressure is set for me at 13 for inhale and 7.9 for exhale. I was getting higher numbers with the CPAP. I haven't been following the numbers on my BiPap, unfortunately. I tried loading My Air, but had problems, or I could look up the history. I have liked the variable pressure. What kind of mask did you use? There are several different kinds that might serve you better. I use a full face mask because I was a mouth breather all my life until I had surgery on my deviated septum. It was totally amazing! I could breathe through my nose for the first time without Afrin. Unfortunately, mouth breathing was such a habit that I still do it until it wakes me up with a really dry mouth.

I suppose you've already tried things that are supposed to control snoring. Before I used the CPAP, I was a snorer.

I know that a lot of people have trouble getting used to a machine, but it's really worth the effort, even if you start out using it for a short time, then you might be able to increase the length of time gradually. If you still have the machine, I'd recommend trying different masks. Sleep centers will give you several to try.

Another thought is that perhaps the pressure needed to be adjusted.

I'm claustrophobic, so I didn't think I'd be able to tolerate a mask, especially a full face, but the first few weeks I slept 12 hours a day - I guess I was pretty sleep deprived. From the first night I could wear it without feeling claustrophobic. That was 25 years ago, and I rarely lie down, even for a nap, without the mask on.

I hope you find a good solution.

Jim