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How did you get used to CPAP?

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Hi Lisa @lisalucier, I struggle with the mask also and have tried many different ones but finally went to the ResMed AirTouch F20 which is foam around the edges and a little more comfortable but still is a struggle for me. I use cloth comfort covers (https://cpapcomfortcover.com/) to cover the mask and feels better on my face.

I've learned that you don't need a perfect seal to get good AHI numbers. I mostly sleep on my sides which does make the mask fit a little dicey. What helps me is using a small travel pillow on top of my normal pillow. This lets me adjust it so it doesn't interfere with the mask.

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Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | 4 days ago

@johnbishop - I thought I happened on the answer with my husband's spare nose pillow mask that was less confining. I think I'm a bit claustrophobic. I actually started sleeping through the night. However, my dear husband reports that he's discovered I'm a mouth breather at night and that all the air is leaking out my mouth. So, this is not the mask for me. Sigh.

Will you share more about how you use the travel pillow?

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