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Re: Sinus infections are absolutely the result of CPAP

Posted by RenoTom on January 03, 2002 at 22:57:38:

In Reply to: Sinus infections are absolutely the result of CPAP posted by Lawrence on January 02, 2002 at 18:02:27:

Lawrence, I understand that you are having a difficult time, and that you have more problems than just sleep apnea and the sinus problem.
I would like to offer a little more information that may make it a little easier to understand why heated humidification may help you.
Last September I answered a question about heated humidification and mouth breathing. In that post I described the workings of the airway, what goes on with CPAP, and how heated humidification helps. The URL to that post is: http://www.sleepnet.com/apnea72/messages/649.html
I think that heated humidification may help you, and if not then Perry's advice to use the full face mask may do the trick.
Of course your move to eliminate the allergians will also help, and in that effort, the removal of carpet can make a tremendous difference. It holds all kinds of crude, and many people with respiratory problems must do that to eliminate the contaniments. Any hard surface flooring will make a difference.
Lawrence, most of us are able to gain success with CPAP, leading to a better life. I was experiencing severe dryness in my nasal passages to the point of bleeding, but found the solution for me (heated humidifier), and thanks to NPAP usage, have regained my life.
Just one more note. You will need to work out the best heat setting for you, and then give it a chance to work. Most notice a pretty quik change, but some may need a week or two for the most benefit. If I turn off the heat for two days, I see blood, and it will take a week to 10 days to get over it.
RenoTom

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