5 Common CPAP Side Effects, Problems, and Solutions

Bloating? Stomach pain? Leaks? Waking up constantly? If you are new on CPAP, please watch this! The 5 most common side effects, or problems we see when starting out on CPAP. Sleep apnea is serious and CPAP is a great solution, yet often there are problems! In this video will will address the most common that I am seeing today. #CPAP #BiPAP #APAP #AffinityHM
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00:00 Intro to "5 Common CPAP Side Effects"
00:50 #5 Waking up multiple times per night
03:26 #4 Eye Irritation
05:18 #3 Dry Mouth
06:58 #2 Aerophagia Bloating Gas Stomach/Belly Pain
09:24 #1 Mask Leaks

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[MlSSadventure]

Honestly, I’m just glad to find a CPAP channel where the presenter isn’t a speed-talker.

All the others I’ve checked out seem like the speaker gets paid in words per minute! 😂

Chris speaks slowly enough for my brain to absorb!

Thanks!

[orange-rtdx]

No one ever told me about the outcome of untreated sleep apnea and now I have pulmonary hypertension from it. I'm bedridden. Use your CPAP everyone!

[roberthodges]

Started using a CPAP 23 years ago. I gained a lot of weight and it was like the CPAP didn’t even work anymore. I have lost 25 Kg (~ 53 lbs) and now weigh about 175 lbs. I get a great nights sleep with my CPAP or even a decent nap sometimes without the CPAP. Beware of the impact of being overweight.

[JHunt-qhek]

I use a CPAP/APAP and It has helped me a lot, however, I'm tired all the time and frequently need naps in the afternoon.

[nealamesbury]

When ive met the requirement, and take it off- then i can finally get some sleep.its heavenly !

[teresaacuff]

I love my CPAP machine. The only problem I was having was still being tired. My doctor did blood work and found a low vitamin D level. After that was corrected things are fine now.

[bigd]

I am absolutely amazed... I am speechless ... pure creation of the highest level.

[kathleenpeters]

CPAP user with nasal pillows since 2017(mild sleep apnea). I have a swollen nose every morning.

[michaelloewen]

New user about 3 weeks. The eye issue was accute. Solved with sleep mask that has memory foam around orbital sockets. Keeps mask leak air out of my eyes, and honestly, I could not have continued therapy without eye relief.

[KPHVAC]

A smaller pressure range is way better for me! Start off with a lower pressure so you can get used to CPAP. I had to change my own pressure because over 13 wakes me up. I also increased the starting pressure as I got used to it. Now I start at 9 with a max of 12 and it's the perfect range for me.

[DavidMcGarrigle]

After switching from CPAP to an ASV machine all problems were solved. Really night and day difference and recommend everyone at least look into it. Dry mouth gone, lack of usage gone, lack of water in humidifier gone. What a game changer for me.

[annerohrbacker]

This is a wonderful resource for someone like me who is new to CPAP, so thank you!

[markacamacho]

I'm always tired, even when I use my CPAP full-time. I get so frustrated that I stop using it, but there was this one time when I woke up and felt amazing and no longer tired. It lasted a few days for me to feel this way, but then I went back to my old being tired all the time. I have tried to mimic what I did but have no luck. I talked to my doctor many times and have made changes to see if it would help, but nothing helped. Being tired always makes me depressed, and I don't like it.

[nickf]

For me personally, it prevented me from sleeping...at all...100%. After I ended up throwing it on the floor 5 nights in a row I took it back and said no thank you. I sleep on my side as much as possible. And that has helped a lot.

[lauriejones]

Thanks for making these vids.
CPAP saved my life I'm sure, and I had very little trouble getting used to it.
To anyone about to start with this device, please persevere. It can be life changing.

[jodymacmaster-hsof]

I have been using Cpap for about 15 years. It was definitely a learning experience in the beginning. I went back and tried to get my mask changed but they said I had the right one. The one I use is over my nose. Now let’s fast forward. My new machine with heated hose and an APP so I can track my sleep and apnea is perfect. My advise is to adjust your mask sometimes if it’s leaking, clean it periodically and replace it every couple of years. I have moments but they are very seldom when I feel it isn’t working. I never sleep without it.

[janetgm]

When I first started using CPCP many, many years ago, my biggest problem was, because of lots of headaches, I could not tighten my mask enough to prevent leakage and this led to my eyes drying out at night. I tried many different ways to protect my eyes from the leaking air. None worked! I don't remember if I talked to my doctor at that time. On my own I did research and learned about nasal pillows & picked out & bought my own headgear out of pocket. Nasal pillows are very comfortable for me.
Because I toss & turn all night (have for most of my life) I wanted headgear where the hose was in back instead of front. For many years I enjoyed using the Breeze headgear. I loved it & except for frequent breakage, I had no problems with it. Despite all my tossing it always stayed on!
After Breeze was discontinued I have never had any brand of headgear that has worked as well. I Miss my Breeze headgear!
Today, at 75, my biggest problem is that the strap that goes behind my head keeps ridding up and every time I wake, I have to pull the strap back down into position. Also, the side straps always feel like they are cutting across the edge of my eyes. Very irritating! I have bought the covers for the straps, but it only helps a little. I also have to build padding for the part that goes under my nose, other wise it hurts.
I Never had any of these problem with Breeze! I wish they'd bring Breeze back! It was perfect!
I am currently using Opus 360 Nasal Pillow Mask.
I have tried both ResMed and Dreamwear but neither is as comfortable as Opus.
I have noticed that in many reports people who started using CPAP claim to start having more energy. That has never happened for me. I just stayed tired all the time, even when I was younger. CPAP just keeps me from feeling strangled.
I currently have a BIPAP machine. It's ok, but there are times the machine and I don't sync and I end up exhaling while the machine is in inhale mode. Thankfully this doesn't happen often!
Sure wish they'd come up with something that works better & was comfortable!
Janet

[green-gables]

I eliminated a lot of leaking by washing my face each night before putting on my mask to ensure the moisturizer I use daily is gone. I use Cetaphil and avoid using soaps with moisturizers when cleaning my face. It's taken all of a month to become adjusted to my BiPAP, and I came pretty close to quitting because I lost so much sleep. F&P's Vitera, a full-face, silicone-lined hard plastic mask (Seal, as F&P terms it) works best for me and helps keep my mouth closed. Best to wash the seal in moderately warm water to keep the silicone resilient. The seal leaks profusely when a replacement is needed.

[laiky]

The first month i got my CPAP was amazing. I suddenly had energy and stamina; my body aches were noticeably reduced. Even with only 2-3 hours of use, i was productive again. After the first month, this all stopped and i went back to exhausted, lethargic, and aches and pains again. What happened??

[sftommy]

I was prescribed a CPAP ten years ago. My night in the sleep study was pretty horrible. Wrote up notes about the experience which were ignored by the physician. Hope they come up with a workable treatment plan someday this isn't it.