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Re: A Lower Titration is Better


Posted by DavidS on November 13, 1999 at 19:35:50:

In Reply to: A Lower Titration is Better posted by Lawrence on November 13, 1999 at 11:50:05:

In a proper titration, the pressure is increased until the apneas stop: lower, and you're risking continued apneas; higher and there's a risk of Central Sleep Apnea (CSA). It is not wise to mess with these things; you'd be better off with a CPAP that ramps up the pressure gradually (although after 3 mos. I no longer use the ramp feature, because I find I don't mind my pressure setting of 9) or with a Bi-PAP.

While the medicos don't know all there is to know about this condition, let's not forget that CPAP is a prescription. And just as it would be unwise to adjust your blood pressure medication on your own, it's not wise to fool with the pressure on your own (without some pretty compelling reasons for doing so).


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