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Is a Humidifier essential?

Posted by Stan on January 14, 2002 at 20:34:07:

In Reply to: Re: Difference In Machines posted by John Len on January 12, 2002 at 13:54:04:

I have successfully used a CPAP for seven years, and have never used a humidifier. A few days in the Winter I will have a dry nose, but it has never been a problem. With all the comments I hear about rainout (condensation) in the hose I would be hesitant to make a universal recommendation. Some may have limited financial resources or no insurance. Why complicate things if you don't have to.

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