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Re: Newbie - Question about Masks

Posted by Snoozy Q on February 28, 2005 at 20:29:01:

In Reply to: Newbie - Question about Masks posted by Broken Dreams on February 28, 2005 at 19:06:31:

I've got a simialr problem with my Flexi-fit 407. I find it to be very comfortable and quiet while sleeping but then I wake up and find that darn spot on the bridge of my nose. I think the mask may be moving around a bit during the night and maybe some rubbing action is causing the spot. I've heard (but haven't tried) that applying Liquid Bandage to the spot on your nose bridge before putting the mask on may help.

Nasal pillows are a good option to consider. Swift & Breeze are popular. I have a Swift as well as the FlexiFit. Every few days, I give my nose bridge a break by using the Swift for a night. I'd use the Swift more often except that it is noisier than the FlexiFit and I don't like those side bands that the Swift has (my personal opinion only-- the Swift has a lot of loyal fans and is worth a try). The thing about nasal pillows is that there's a whole lot less skin contact with the sealing surface, so there's a lot less skin to potentially get irritated, and that's a good thing.
My insurance will pay for a new interface in a few weeks and I plan to try the Breeze next.

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