Sleep Apnoea Diagnosis...

aussie_paul · Guru

Sleep Apnoea Diagnosis...

sarg · Guru

Hi Paul, I use a CPAP machine in my van 12volt and 6.7amps It has the humidifier and heated tube.
I am diagnosed with severe apnoea and have a pressure of 12 something....and I use a nose plug to breath through.

The best thing I have ever had as now I get uninterrupted sleep and more oxygen to my lungs, cause now I don't stop breathing every minute or so during the night. If you want more info as to the machine give me a PM if ya want Cheers Sarg.

aussie_paul · Guru

sarg wrote:
Hi Paul, I use a CPAP machine in my van 12volt and 6.7amps It has the humidifier and heated tube.
I am diagnosed with severe apnoea and have a pressure of 12 something....and I use a nose plug to breath through.

The best thing I have ever had as now I get uninterrupted sleep and more oxygen to my lungs, cause now I don't stop breathing every minute or so during the night. If you want more info as to the machine give me a PM if ya want Cheers Sarg.

Sent you a PM Sarg.

I guess the choice is 12 volt or 240v ac unit through inverter?

Aussie Paul. smile

Big Gorilla · Guru

I had a sleep study a few years back. I was given a CPAP machine which I took back after a week. My Doctor wants me to do another test and try the machine again. To pacify him I said I'd do the sleep test but I wont have the CPAP machine. This morning the Doctor called and booked me in for the test next Monday night (Sep 01). OK, I'll do the test but that's it.

The CSIRO are developing a mouth piece similar to a dental plate. Cost is expected to be $1,500.00 to $3,000.00. Sorry guys, my name is Willy, not silly !!! But I do have photographs of the dental plate

Mid September I'm going to my home in the Philippines for a few months. I've been all over the Internet and contacted 3 Dentists in my area and sent them photos of the plate. Quotes range in AUD from $125.00 to $250.00. No prize for guessing where I'm gonna have the plate made !!! biggrin biggrin

aussie_paul · Guru

Big Gorilla wrote:
I had a sleep study a few years back. I was given a CPAP machine which I took back after a week. My Doctor wants me to do another test and try the machine again. To pacify him I said I'd do the sleep test but I wont have the CPAP machine. This morning the Doctor called and booked me in for the test next Monday night (Sep 01). OK, I'll do the test but that's it.
The CSIRO are developing a mouth piece similar to a dental plate. Cost is expected to be $1,500.00 to $3,000.00. Sorry guys, my name is Willy, not silly !!! But I do have photographs of the dental plate
Mid September I'm going to my home in the Philippines for a few months. I've been all over the Internet and contacted 3 Dentists in my area and sent them photos of the plate. Quotes range in AUD from $125.00 to $250.00. No prize for guessing where I'm gonna have the plate made !!!

For me any improvement with be worth it. I am open to anything that can give me a more enjoyable lifestyle. I have no top teeth so the splint arrangement is not suitable. The apparatus has really changed since our son was using one over 10 years ago. His Apnoea improved, after he had lapband surgery and he lost 40kg, as did his type 2 Diabetes.

Aussie Paul. smile

2foot6 · Senior Member

Hi Paul,I have OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnoea)and the pressure setting is set at 12,in the motor home I use a Resmed S8 unit with a humidifier when connected to 240v. When free camping I use a dc-dc converter supplied by resmed) to run the unit,but the humidifier does not operate when using the converter. I have not worked out the current draw,but I have not had any problems with battery capacity.I would suggest a phone call to the technical dept of a supplier to get the latest info on the requirements for CPAP machines Common machines used are Resmed and Fisher Paykel .I was diagnosed seven years ago with severe OSA after collapsing with Cardiomyopathy and Heart Failure, the CPAP machine made a huge difference to me and I look forward each night to using the machine because I know I will get a good nights sleep . Good luck with it.....................Cheers Peter

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woolman · Guru

wife has had a CPAP machine for 2 years now. Run it off an inverter. I worked out it used more power on 12v as it has a gadget that brings it down to 12v from what ever your battery puts out, usually 12.6 - 12.8. The CPAP does not like more than 12v.

With the Resmed machine we use about 45 amp hr each night, with heated tube. The heated tube uses more than half of that power so go back to normal tube if not too cold at night.

hope that helps

NBeil

aussie_paul · Guru

woolman wrote:
wife has had a CPAP machine for 2 years now. Run it off an inverter. I worked out it used more power on 12v as it has a gadget that brings it down to 12v from what ever your battery puts out, usually 12.6 - 12.8. The CPAP does not like more than 12v.
With the Resmed machine we use about 45 amp hr each night, with heated tube. The heated tube uses more than half of that power so go back to normal tube if not too cold at night.
hope that helps

NBeil

Great Neil, thanks for that.

Aussie Paul. smile

Mike C · Senior Member

No idea what they drain but I use the Resmed S8.
The best example I can give is for a long time I used it without the humidifier in a camper trailer with a 40watt Solar panel and 110 AH battery.
camper up for a couple of weeks without issue (only used LED lights and a gas fridge). I used it on a small 300w inverter.

Life is a bit easier these days with 780 W solar and 680 AH and can use with the humidifier on a 3kva inverter with no issues.

cheers

Mike

Mike C · Senior Member

I should have added that in Victoria (not sure about other states) Sleep Apnoea is one of those medical issues that you must notify Vic Roads about and your licence becomes conditional on regular medical reports.
I have to get a form done every three years on a car/light ridged licence
I did hold a MR licence but that required annual specialists reviews (both this issue and Diabetes) so had my licence downgraded.

cheers

Mike

Cloak · Guru

I used to have bad sleep apnoea but lost 15Kg and it went away.

Over winter I put on a few Kgs and it's occasionally coming back....

Tim to hit the Gym again.

SnowT · Guru

Paul, one of the reason I built such a Large system for my bus is so That I can comfortable run My Cpap Machine...

and all the other goodies..

Have you managed to get your self into on of the schemes that gives you a CPAP machine for just the cost of the Mask...?
- Some machines can cost you $1000.00+

Before you get to far into the system see what you can do....

Juergen

aussie_paul · Guru

SnowT wrote:
Paul, one of the reason I built such a Large system for my bus is so That I can comfortable run My Cpap Machine...

and all the other goodies..

Have you managed to get your self into on of the schemes that gives you a CPAP machine for just the cost of the Mask...?
- Some machines can cost you $1000.00+

Before you get to far into the system see what you can do....

Juergen

Thanks Juergen, I was wondering about something like that, and will be making some enquiries tomorrow. Any suggestions?

Aussie Paul.

GerryP · Veteran Member

I too run a CPAP, I have a Resmed S9. While I have the humidifier and heated tubes, I rarely use them and don't take them with me when we go away in the van. Without the humidifier, it only uses some 3 amps, so will easily run all night from our two house batteries. I bought the 12 volt adapter - the unit is actually 24 volt, although it would run off an inverter if you prefer.

I initially resisted using the machine, but I now can't (won't) sleep without it. The change to your energy levels and your wellbeing in general is incredible! It might take a few weeks to get used to wearing a mask, but when you do, you won't even notice it. The wife calls me 'the elephant man'... not sure if that's a compliment or not??? smile

I use a small nasal mask, but your specialist will go through all the options with you.

Cheers

aussie_paul · Guru

GerryP wrote:
I too run a CPAP, I have a Resmed S9. While I have the humidifier and heated tubes, I rarely use them and don't take them with me when we go away in the van. Without the humidifier, it only uses some 3 amps, so will easily run all night from our two house batteries. I bought the 12 volt adapter - the unit is actually 24 volt, although it would run off an inverter if you prefer.
I initially resisted using the machine, but I now can't (won't) sleep without it. The change to your energy levels and your wellbeing in general is incredible! It might take a few weeks to get used to wearing a mask, but when you do, you won't even notice it. The wife calls me 'the elephant man'... not sure if that's a compliment or not???
I use a small nasal mask, but your specialist will go through all the options with you.
Cheers

Thanks Gerry, that is good news for me. I really do need an improvement in my energy. Here's hoping.

Aussie Paul. smile

sandsmere · Guru

I have been using a CPAP for 12 months now and wouldn't be without it .

It's a Fisher & Paykel with humidifier etc. etc. Runs through the inverter and uses point1 of a volt overnight.

SnowT · Guru

Paul,

I'm not sure where your based But ask your doctor if there is a Local community Program and see if you can get on to it.. If your not working or retired it should be available for you..

I was lucky as I fall into the extreme range and it's for my health that I use 1.

Juergen

learmo · Member

Hi Paul, machines are very expensive in Australia. I buy my masks and machines from USA at less than half price.
Have sent you a PM with website.
John

aussie_paul · Guru

SnowT wrote:
Paul,

I'm not sure where your based But ask your doctor if there is a Local community Program and see if you can get on to it.. If your not working or retired it should be available for you..

I was lucky as I fall into the extreme range and it's for my health that I use 1.

Juergen

Thanks Juergen, we are in Ballarat Victoria. I am on disability pension after firey aircraft accident almost 7 years ago, so should be in with a chance, will check tomorrow with locals.

Aussie Paul. smile

Blue · Senior Member

I run the mrs one on our 300 watt inverter.. she doesn't use the humidifier, finds she doesn't need it..

we bought ours from the US for under half price delivered.. but you have to send them a copy of your medical report that says you have sleep apnoea...

our first machine turned up with a broken LCD screen on it... but they sent us out another one... luckily.. it may pay to have postal insurance..

03_troopy · Guru

sandsmere wrote:
I have been using a CPAP for 12 months now and wouldn't be without it .
It's a Fisher & Paykel with humidifier etc. etc. Runs through the inverter and uses point1 of a volt overnight.

That must be a very small machine...

Big Gorilla · Guru

Just arrived home from overnight at local Hospital. Sleep Test. Thiswas my second in about 5 years. Nurse told me this morning I'm a bad case but my Doctor will give me the diagnosis. I'm not getting another CPAP macine unless it's absoluteley necessary. As I mentioned in my earlier post in this thread, I'll be in the Philippines in 2 weeks, so will see what the Dentist there says about a mouth piece...

aussie_paul · Guru

Big Gorilla wrote:
Just arrived home from overnight at local Hospital. Sleep Test. Thiswas my second in about 5 years. Nurse told me this morning I'm a bad case but my Doctor will give me the diagnosis. I'm not getting another CPAP macine unless it's absoluteley necessary. As I mentioned in my earlier post in this thread, I'll be in the Philippines in 2 weeks, so will see what the Dentist there says about a mouth piece...

Ok on last night BG. My turn tonight. I really hope the mouth piece works for you BUT I would not count on it. Fingers crossed for you.

Aussie Paul. smile

littledick · Senior Member

I have had the Resmed s9 for about 7 months now and still have issues regarding leaking from the nose apparatus from time to time. I sleep on my sides mostly.

My breathing went from stopping 83 times in an hour period (without) to varying now from 5 to .3.

Originally purchased at my wife's insistence for snoring. $2,200. hmm

I have not used without 240v but I am going to try without the humidifier.

I have been advised but have not checked that you can get a discount $s from Centrelink and your power company.

I definitely feel the benefit through the day.

Dick.

Big Gorilla · Guru

aussie_paul wrote:
Big Gorilla wrote:
Just arrived home from overnight at local Hospital. Sleep Test. Thiswas my second in about 5 years. Nurse told me this morning I'm a bad case but my Doctor will give me the diagnosis. I'm not getting another CPAP macine unless it's absoluteley necessary. As I mentioned in my earlier post in this thread, I'll be in the Philippines in 2 weeks, so will see what the Dentist there says about a mouth piece...
Ok on last night BG. My turn tonight. I really hope the mouth piece works for you BUT I would not count on it. Fingers crossed for you.
Aussie Paul.

Thanks Paul. Mouthpiece is the first preference, so I'll now how it goes next month. I'm certainly not counting on it !!

aussie_paul · Guru

Thanks everyone, really gives me some encouragement. I hope I can hack it, well no choice really I HAVE to hack it!!! biggrin

Aussie Paul. smile

-- Edited by aussie_paul on Tuesday 2nd of September 2014 01:46:42 PM

aussie_paul · Guru

Ok, it's hi ho hi ho hi ho it's off to sleep study I go.... Daughter is in same hospital about to have our first grandchild, so interesting night it will be!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! biggrin

Aussie Paul. smile

aussie_paul · Guru

All wired up try 2 different masks. Daughter has been taken to theatre for Ceaser. Oops, upside down from IPad, bugger. Can someone fix it for me?

Aussie Paul. smile

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Big Gorilla · Guru

Now I don't have to turn myself upside down to look at your....................... biggrin biggrin

-- Edited by Big Gorilla on Wednesday 3rd of September 2014 07:47:11 AM

aussie_paul · Guru

Well it sure was an exciting 24 hours. Me on one floor for sleep study, and daughter on the above floor eventually having a Cesar. Her waters broke in bed yesterday morning at 2.00 am. They went to hospital and things went too slowly so they gave her a drip to induce but really did not work and by evening the bub was in a slightly difficult position so they opted for Cesarean and at 10.40 pm our grand daughter entered this world. I might be a little pleased and proud, eh....

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-- Edited by aussie_paul on Wednesday 3rd of September 2014 12:58:04 PM

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