I have had my Cpap for 10 years. I have had many trials and tribulations during that time. It took me a long time with the help of many respiratory therapist to find the correct fitting headgear and cushion. I'm on my second
cpap machine which is far better than the first. I agree with one of the previous respondent saying you have to realize whether you are better off with it or without it. You have to remember the dangers of long term sleep apnea.
An added complications to my sleep apnea is after the 3rd sleep study I was diagnosed with Central Sleep Apnea.
The treatment besides the cpap was I had to sleep on my sides ONLY. I cannot sleep on my back or my number of events raises dramatically. When that was happening they would raise the pressures on the machines which would literally blow the mask loose which was miserable!! I have been so thankful that I am as far as I am with the help of good therapists and Doctor. My stats are good now and my events are few.
I could write a book! LOL