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@theamericanbrit, I've always had some leakage on my CPAP masks but most of the time it doesn't affect my AHI numbers. Some of the common causes for mask leaks are a mask that doesn't fit well on your face (too big, too small) or isn't a type of mask that works for your normal sleeping position (back, sides, stomach). I'm mostly a side sleeper and get higher AHI numbers when sleeping on my back. I have used several types of full face masks but am currently using Fisher & Paykel Simplus full face mask. Here's some information that might help you figure out why it's happening.
--- CPAP Mask Leaks: Causes and Prevention
https://sleepdoctor.com/cpap/cpap-mask-leaks/
Have you tried other masks or discussed the problem with your sleep medicine doctor?
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Thank you. I have always used the same mask and never had any issues - until I changed insurance companies and was issued the same CPAP machine and mask. I use the Air Touch mask but maybe the headgear has become stretched so the mask isn’t tight enough. Just a thought