8 Common Problems Using CPAP Machines And How To Fix Them

Common problems in CPAP

the use of an instrument that blows air into the upper respiratory tract to make the airway wider or not cause obstruction while sleeping, which is called CPAP machine (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) It is suitable for people who suffer from snoring and sleep apnea.Obstructive Sleep Apnea: OSA) which refused treatment with the crown (Oral appliance) or surgery

This tool is used to cover the nose while sleeping. This mask is connected to a machine that can expel positive pressure air. The wind expelled while sleeping will support it. Do not let the airway become obstructed while inhaling.

Treatment with a CPAP machine This is a treatment for snoring. and at best, moderate to severe OSA, which should be considered in all patients. before considering surgery.

8 Common Problems Using CPAP Machines And How To Fix Them

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1. Can't stand the pressure level

2. The wind leaks from the mask.
  • tighten the mask
  • Reduce the size of the mask appropriately.
  • Check the air pressure setting whether it is too strong or not.
Cause of air leakage from the mask

Read more: Choosing a CPAP Mask

3. pressure marks from the mask or the feeling of tightness from wearing the mask
  • Loosen the mask strap not too tight.
  • Choose a mask that is the right size.
  • Change the size or type of mask.
  • Stop using the machine for some days.

Browse different types of CPAP masks here.

4. nasal congestion
  • Use a saline nasal spray to moisturize before starting the device.
  • Also use CPAP models that have a warm and humidifier air conditioner.
  • use of steroid nasal sprays
  • Taking non-drowsy antihistamines
  • In cases where nasal congestion does not improve You should consult an ear, nose and throat doctor.

5. narrow fear
  • Change the mask type tonostril type
  • Try to insert the device while still awake.
  • Relatives should encourage the patient.

6. insomnia from using the machine
  • Try to insert the device while still awake.
  • avoid coffee and alcohol during the 8 hours before bedtime

7. dry mouth
  • Also use CPAP models that have a warm and humidifier air conditioner.
  • change to useMouth and nose mask
  • usechin strapjoin
  • Drink 1 glass of water before bedtime.
  • You should try to avoid cold air, especially air conditioners, blowing fans if you want to turn on the air conditioner. The temperature of the air conditioner should be set higher than 25 degrees Celsius to avoid too cold air. In case of using a fan, it should not turn on the highest number. and should allow the fan to swing back and forth Avoid direct exposure to air from air conditioners or fans. You should sleep far enough from the air conditioner or fan. or not in the direction of the wind

8. The device fell off accidentally while sleeping.

Source – An article titled “Common Problems in Using CPAP Machines to Treat Snoring and Sleep Apnea.” and solutions"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Paraya Assanasen
Rhinology and Allergy Branch
Department of Otolaryngology, Nasal Larynxology
Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital
Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital

Kongsak Suwanarak

Managing Director at NK Sleepcare Co., Ltd. / Bachelor of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University

30 Comments

  1. ใช้แล้วยังมีอาการปากคอแห้งต้องตื่นมาดื่มน้ำ

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    1. แนะนำให้ใช้เครื่องทำความชื้น (Heated Humidifier) ร่วมด้วยครับ แต่ถ้ามีใช้อยู่แล้วอาจต้องขอข้อมูลหน้ากากและการปรับตั้งเครื่องเพิ่มเติมครับ

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  2. ใช้รุ่นครอบจมูก nasal mask แล้วเจ็บเป็นแผลกดทับจากซิลิโคลนหน้ากาก ระหว่างบริเวณใต้จมูกกับปาก ทั้งที่ไม่ได้รัดแน่นมากแก้ไขอย่างไรดีครับ นอนตะแครง

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    1. แนะนำให้ลองเปลี่ยนประเภทหน้ากากเป็นแบบสอดจมูกครับ (Nasal pillow mask) เนื่องจากจะมีการกดทับบริเวณใต้จมูกกับปากน้อยกว่าแบบ nasal mask ครับ

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  3. เวลาใช้ไป1-2 ชมมีน้ำค้างสะสมในท่อแก่ไขอย่างไรได้บ้างครับ

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    1. ให้ใช้ท่อแบบให้ความร้อน (heated tube) จะลดการเกิดหยดน้ำจากการควบแน่นในท่อได้ หรือหากไม่มีท่อร้อน อาจลองปรับระดับความร้อนของเครื่องทำความชื้น (humdifier) ให้น้อยลงก็อาจช่วยลดหยดน้ำได้บ้างแต่จะไม่เท่ากับการใช้ท่อร้อนครับ

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  4. Use it and feel dizzy. Is this normal? I've been using it for 3 days now.

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    1. This may be caused by improper pressure settings or other values. Please contact the staff taking care of you for further consultation.

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  5. Use the experimental equipment provided by the hospital. The problem is that people like to open their mouths while sleeping. Use the chinstrap but it's annoying. and when lying on his side The mask that covers the nose also likes to fall off. Is there any way to fix it?

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    1. May have to try it as a nasal pillow mask, which may help reduce air leakage when lying on the side. Or another way that is often used to solve or reduce the leakage of air pressure from opening the mouth Is used as a mask to cover the nose and mouth (Full Face Mask), but this type of mask is more uncomfortable than the two types of masks mentioned above. And there may be side effects such as dry throat or wind in the stomach causing bloating.

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  6. In the process of testing the apex machine. xt The first night I put it on from 2200 to 0130. My throat was so dry that I had to take off the device. Cell recommends trying another 2 nights, if it's not good, take the model with steam to try. Is this correct? Seeing that coughing is really possible or not?

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    1. If you use cpap and your throat is so dry that you cough You need to use a model with a heated humidifier.

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