🤕 CPAP Mask Pressure Sores & Mask Leaks - 5 x Solutions

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[@donaldvelez9258]

I started using a CPAP about a year ago. When I did, I looked for additional information beyond what the doc told me. I came across you on KZbin and have watched your videos. Thank you for being their amigo. Keep up the excellent work that you do. It is appreciated. Sleeping better in Tennessee.

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks Donald, appreciate the kind words of support. Glad to hear you're sleeping well. Nick

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[@dgw815]

I have tried several mask liners but the best for me is from Pad a Cheek its reusable, the material is so soft and prevents leakage.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi there, thanks for sharing your experience. Appreciate the recommendation, i will check it out!

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[@PadACheek]

Thank you so much for recommending the PAD A CHEEK Mask Liner. We do make more than liners too if you need help making the mask more comfortable.

[@user-fy7iu9dc5p]

I’ve used pad a cheek as well , excellent stuff

[@emmgeevideo]

A true public service... Thank you!

[@CPAPReviews]

Awwww, nice of you to say. Appreciate that :-)

[@adrianmorning.1555]

I've been wearing it for 3 years or so and no real issues - over the last 2 weeks I've got two red lines down each side of nose. I use cream but not going away - quite peeved now 😢

[@pgerrey]

i use the 3m tape its great i dont get a red mark on my nose anymore

[@CPAPReviews]

Cheers Paul. Thanks for sharing your experience :-)

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[@daisykaiser9741]

I was so glad to find you and the channel Nick. Thanks so much for everything you have given so far. I really, really hope we can continue to get your awesome knowledge and honesty and lovely person. And again let us know if there is anything we can do. Someone mentioned about a Patreon thingy. I would contriubute some.

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks Daisy! I really appreciate the wonderful support you and everyone has shown over the last week. I wouldn't burden anyone with financial stuff. I don't do it for money :-). Lots of love. Nick

[@ShannonTheMojito]

I'm trying to get my skin together for my wedding and I'm really scared I'm going to have a bunch of scabs and calluses. I'm going to try all this until I find one that works. Thanks for such a thorough video.

[@buddy_info]

Nice work Nick. Links to CPAP Pillow & Wedge are exactly the same as CPAP Gel Nose. Please correct them. Cheers!!!

[@CPAPReviews]

thanks for that, i will 👍🏻

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[@ScottieG59]

You mentioned going a few days without the CPAP to allow sores to recover. If I even take a short nap without my CPAP, the chest pain is quite bad.

[@iSheree]

I think he meant a break from that particular mask, not the CPAP. I would use common sense and try a different mask.

[@cheriebargery]

Thanks for this video Nick. I do have an awful time with my masks, however, I get skin irritation not only from the mask, but the mask straps. I'm currently using, and loving, my Dreamwisp mask. I don't have, currently, any issues with the nasal part of the mask, as long as I clean it everyday, usually at night, before I go to bed. I do get several spots on the headgear itself, where it can rub my skin and irritate it. My solution has been, using the small strap liners that come with it, in the spots I get irritated. I also have and have used a Dreamwear mask, and as I no longer use that mask, I have 'confiscated' (lol!) the strap liners from that as well, and use them on the Dreamwisp mask. So far, so good. I just hate that in order to get full headgear strap liners, we have to buy from the USA. And there is only 1 place. The woman who owns, and makes all of the strap liners, has a hard time keeping up with all of the new styles that come out though. I wish there was a company here in Oz who made them as well. The company is called Pad-a-Cheek. Or if you just google padacheek, she should come up. Her name is Karen Moore. Thanks again for the wonderful videos and I hope you and your family had wonderful holidays. :)

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Cherie, thanks for sharing your experience and for the hot tip with Pad-a-cheek . I'm sure many of the viewers will be eager to try them. Have a great day! Nick

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[@kathyschubert9995]

Nick, I like the Nextcare tape a lot for covering my mouth at night. Most of the time it’s easy to tear so you don’t have to cut it. It’s narrower than other tapes so I just use two strips, and it comes off more easily than some others. it seems porous, but I don’t find any air leaking out of my mouth.

[@maryellenstevenson4979]

This was my first week with my CPAP machine and I'm dealing with some irritation. I am SO GRATEFUL to have found this video!! Thank you so much for sharing. I just ordered some "CPAP-Chap" and some of the Silent Night liners to try!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Mary, that's great! Your skin should naturally develop some resistance over time but please do let me know how you go with the products. Have a great day. Nick

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[@carolynbrightfield8911]

your presentation is excellent. Glad I discovered your channel. Thanks.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Carolyn, appreciate the kind words! Welcome to the channel :-). Have a great day. Nick

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[@elaineinnz]

Congratulations on gorgeous little Jack! :D Many thanks for yet another informative video. I use the Remzzs with a FF mask and they have helped with leakages but don't stop red strap marks. I'll be sure to look at your links, Cheers!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Elaine, thanks for the kind words and also for sharing your experience and insights. Perhaps check out a few cpap pillows or some mask strap wraps :-). Let me know how you go. Nick

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[@Soggytiri]

For those that have nostril irritation problems with a nose pillow. I think I have found a solution. Been trying it for a few days now with no irritation. I've been using FESS Nasal Gel & FESS Dry Nose Relief spray. Both each morning and the gel only before sleeping. Follow the product instructions, you don't have to use a lot. I let my nostrils heal with the treatment first before using the machine, and my nose is still perfect.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Terry, thanks so much for the great recommendations. I will put the links in the description of the video. Have a great day. Nick

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[@naturewoman1274]

My face rash bleeds sometimes I'm watching this because I found you on KZbin thank goodness

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[@honestjohn6062]

Hey mate thank you for the tips , try out the NEX-CARE TAPE ,GOOD IDEA,SHOULD DO THE TRICK🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@CPAPReviews]

Nice one John, glad you enjoyed the vid brother. Take care. Nicko

[@Soggytiri]

G’day Nick, nice shout out! What do you recommended for irritation of the nostrils with nasal pillows?

[@CPAPReviews]

G'day Terry, there's not much on offer to protect the nostrils so your best bet is to look at some masks that are designed to help with that issue. A few to have a look at include. 1. Philips Nuance nasal pillow mask - has soft gel pillows that have a lower profile and are softer on the nostrils. 2. Philips Dreamwear Gel - Also has the gel pillows You might also want to consider a nasal cradle type mask that doesn't actually enter the nostrils. 1. Fisher paykel Evora 2. Resmed N30i or N30 3. Philips Dreamwear nasal Cheers mate Nick

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[@rayselby3487]

thank-you for the product info. i am having problems with drooling and it casing skin rash.

[@mailav2571]

Thanks for this very helpful video!

[@keithdawkins9176]

Nick, I am a new CPAP user and I have tried F&P Vitera and now using F&P Evora neither seems to work without me tightening the strap. Then my skin breaks down and creates sores. My irritation is on the sides of my nose. When I fix it to where there is no pain and irrigation I get leaks that are not therapeutic.

[@paulabarton9493]

Thanks so much for this informative video. I have been either using a bipartisan or a trilogy since 1993. This is due to a car accident and my breathing has gotten worse due to some complication with my injury. I sustained a broken neck so about two yea s is when thigs started changing.I said all that to say this I have never been told about a of these products. I’m going to have to see about trying a couple items. Thanks again for sharing.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Paul, you're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it :-). Sorry to hear about your car accident and i hope your breathing improves. Best wishes :)

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[@jdmaine919]

Thanks for the tips! I get sore skin on the bridge of my nose, and then have to wear my progressive lens glasses all day. The skin there never gets a break. Also, I had an allergic reaction to CPAP Chap - I've got super sensitive skin. Any other suggestion for that? Thanks!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi there, thanks so much for sharing your experience. Sorry to hear about your allergic reaction though. Yes you could definitely try some of the nexcare tape for sensitive skin. There's also some other gel pads you can get for protection :-). There's some links in the video description. Let me know if you find a good solution. Good luck. Nick

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[@batterybroken]

I finally got a Cpap, had to wait years for insurance to change and approve it. 💀 now my lip is broken out and burns. I have to wear it for four hours though but last night I tore it off as soon as I met my quota 😭

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Olivia, welcome to the channel. If you have any type or sores or break outs and cpap therapy is making it hurt or causing you discomfort then i would recommend just not using it whilst your skin recovers. Just think about how many years you haven't slept with it and you're still here so a couple more days won't hurt. Glad to hear you finally received it! Those insurance companies love dragging their heals. Best wishes

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[@murtekdijital3280]

Thanks. 👍

[@CPAPReviews]

most welcome. Thank you

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[@cubfan982]

Thank you for those very helpful video. I have been experiencing a sore where my nose meets my mustache. It actually broke the skin that it was bleeding. It's sense scabbed over. I have tried putting a Band-Aid over the area but it's a hard place to protect. Any suggestions?

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi there, thanks for the comment. I would suggest letting the sore heal over. You will probably find the skin is more resilient after it and you can probably still use the same mask. Kind of like a blister with a pair of new shoes etc. The skin will adapt but if it doesn't then you might need to look at a different mask style :-). There's lots available now kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIi2hKyooLeZj6s

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[@davidjones1393]

THKS

[@CPAPReviews]

Welcome David. Cheers

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[@spartanchirho]

I get irritation of side of my nostrils.

[@CPAPReviews]

A lot of people do, what mask are you using?

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[@bonniebornstein4136]

Nick, have you heard of the product called snugz? Thank you.

[@CPAPReviews]

I have Bonnie, the reviews seem okay and they're not that expensive so certainly worth a try! Let me know how you find them. Nick

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[@davidbornstein9922]

@@CPAPReviews which would you recommend to minimize leaks snugz or remzzzs. Thanks

[@razahaider5088]

Help me out please Had used the dream station for 3weeks lots of air entering abdomen and guts causing blotting

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Raza, have you heard about DS1 recall? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHK7nH-AlNtsfJI. Link in the description of the video i attached. Cheers

[@cardozmerwyn2931]

Hey nick I get dry throat I use bi pap machine any advice

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi there, yep just make sure you have the humidifier turned up and also make sure you preheat the water before use so that you get humidification the instant you start using the therapy. On top of this, if you are using a nasal mask there's a potential that you are mouth breathing at some stages during the night so you might want to try some somnifix mouth straps - bit.ly/2HV1Sdb which will help keep your mouth from opening of a night. Let me know how you get on. Cheers Nick

[@cardozmerwyn2931]

@@CPAPReviews hey thanks will try in a bit also I use a dream wear nasal mask ?

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[@cherylsingleton3357]

Thank you for this video. I am running for the first Aid kit. I know there should be 3m tape in there. My face is so raw from my nasal mask. I, indeed skipped my therapy last night. This is only my second week of therapy. I switched to a climate hose and my throat is still dry. My throat is so sore this morning, I'm dreading putting the mask on right now. I switched to a climate hose on day three and my throat is still dry when I wake up. I also have insomnia. I wear the mask without falling to sleep. When I yawn it feels like someone karate chopped me in my throat. Any advice on preventing this sensation?

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Cheryl, are you using the resmed Airsense 10? If you are then check out my video kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIK7hGqCqslor9U at around the 2:00 mark. You want to change your climate control settings from AUTO to MANUAL and then increase the humidifier level to max. You also want to preheat the humidifier water before using the therapy so that you get humidification the moment you start using it instead of waiting 30-60 minutes for the water to turn to vapour. Let me know how you get on. Cheers Nick

[@cherylsingleton3357]

@@CPAPReviews yes I am using the ResMed Airsense 10. Thank you. I'm clicking the link right now. I also plan to switch to the nasal pillow. I taped my face with the 3m tape last night, and managed 8 hrs. 16 min. Only 3and a half hours was sleep 💤😴😒

[@CPAPReviews]

@@cherylsingleton3357 Now that is dedication! Can also check out Somnifix bit.ly/2HV1Sdb for the mouth leak situation which might be a bit more enjoyable compared to the tape :-). Keep it up. The climateline tube won't really help with dry mouth but it will enable you to run higher humidification settings in colder climates. Here's the video i did on that - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWrVlpejg7iqo8k

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[@sharonrodgers1722]

Can you use cpap gel on a foam full face mask?

[@patherman5861]

My husband wears a full face mask and the mask causes irritation on his gums. Any suggestions?

[@CPAPReviews]

Has he tried using a nasal cradle or nasal pillow mask?

[@rhondawalker1317]

Thanks

[@CPAPReviews]

👋 very welcome

[@jlat3697]

What mask were you demonstrating in this video?

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi there, that's called a AirFit F20 by ResMed. Thank you

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[@deannap7573]

I'm not seeing the links. Please help me.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Deanna, they're in the video description just above the comments. You might have to click "show more" at the bottom of the video description. Cheers

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[@nishimuraeiko7715]

why all that , use the pillows better

[@davidadams9391]

Don’t use Facebook 👎never have!

[@CPAPReviews]

don’t think google (youtube) is much better mate. They’re all crooked

[@stevesanders8172]

All nasal users need to look at bleep sleep.com

[@jipangoo]

A "full barrier SYSTEM" ITS A BIT OF FABRIC YOU GRONK

[@kenbad8271]

I tried many versions of the gecko pad including the expensive Boomerang and I also tried Band-Aids and all of those products you are showing here and none of these worked for more than an hour or two for me. I found that using one of those blue cpap strap protectors that sell on Amazon, and many other places work100% they not only stopped my sore from hurting but also helped it to dry up and heal. As for those pillows my doctor told me to stay away from those because there made by people who know little to nothing about the human spine and these pillows cause spinal misalignment and that will cause back and neck pain. I only wish he told me about them before I shelled out $110.00 U.S. for one it hurt my neck like hell. sorry to report some bad news.