British Snoring & Sleep Apnoea Association

Well I haven't took the mask off in my sleep - yet but there's still time lol

Sorry you're having problems with your machine, I would take Alsacienne's advice if I were you.
I just posted about my clinic visit yesterday and I seem to be managing with mine ...... so far.

I've woken up this morning and feel great, I only recall waking up a few times. I think it was on the tight side though so I'll try it a bit looser tonight (had marks on my face, luckily went after I had a shower!)

I've been given one as well. I think that the NHS gets a discount on bulk orders!!!

How are you getting on with your machine Tracey?

I think I've found my best position and mask tightness now, the only downside is that I seem to wake up with a dead left arm every morning, it makes it very difficult to take the mask off straightaway

Thought I was doing okay until a couple of days ago. Started getting leaks, could be caused by me started to exhale really hard (feels like I'm having trouble breathing with the mask on) or I had washed the head straps and didn't take time to adjust them! Worrying about hubby's job can't help matters either. I'll try the old tricks of a warm bath and some warm milk before (early) bedtime!

Tracey does your machine have an EPR - exhale pressure release - feature? If so, if it isn't enabled, get your sleep tech to do so asap and this should be a big help ....

Tracey has the same model as me and they told me that it shouldn't be a problem exhaling as the machine compensates for it. Looking at the specs, i think it may be called the A-Flex resistance control.

I'll try tightening the straps up first! I do not have a clue about various features. Was told to plug in, put the mask on and push the big grey button. SIMPLES!

Tracey, contact the clinic to see if your machine has an EPR function and make sure that they turn it on ... it might be the solution you need. Even if the clinic haven't told you about it, ASK THEM!! You don't have to sleep and suffer.

My girlfriend said that I still snore at times even with the mask on (nowhere near as much as before though). Does this mean that the setting for my machine is probably off or will I still encounter a bit of snoring here and there?

Sorted the blowing mask off face- I had been breathing through my mouth due to stuffy nose. Thanks hay fever!

I'll have to remember to tell them that when I go back for my review.

I must also remember that as I am on holiday from tomorrow (starting with Prometheus ) I must remember to pack my machine and all the cables. If I forget them then holiday will be a little less entertaining!

Have a great holiday, Headthrob!

I remembered it and it worked really well all the time I was away, now that I'm back it seems to be less effective and leaks loads at night again?