Hi everyone! I've done everything I need to before having surgery except using my cpap machine. I got it over a month ago and I could not sleep with the full facial mask so I ended up switching it for a nasal mask. Is anyone using their cpap now before surgery? I have to wear it strictly for 30 days. I'm so close to the finish line but I'm having trouble keeping this mask on for at least 4 hours.

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I wear mine. I didn't use it Sunday night and slept like crap. It took about a week to get used to the mask. They will cancel your surgery - so you have to suck it up.

It does get better, I promise. Keep trying new styles of mask, but I think it takes 4 days to get properly used to it.

Also, my CPAP rep gave me a TON of adjustment tips, and if you are monitored remotely, like me and several others on here, it only needs 4 hours in a 24-hour period. She told me to put it on while doing computer work at home or watching TV to get my hours in and get used to wearing it. If you can't necessarily "sleep" with it on, you'll at least meet the 4-hour minimum to get the surgery done:-)

It does get better, I promise. Keep trying new styles of mask, but I think it takes 4 days to get properly used to it.

Also, my CPAP rep gave me a TON of adjustment tips, and if you are monitored remotely, like me and several others on here, it only needs 4 hours in a 24-hour period. She told me to put it on while doing computer work at home or watching TV to get my hours in and get used to wearing it. If you can't necessarily "sleep" with it on, you'll at least meet the 4-hour minimum to get the surgery done:-)

Thank you! I am aware that if I don't use it then I won't be cleared for surgery so that's a huge reminder. Thanks for the tips heather! I will definitely wear it around the house to get used to it and get my hours in. I hope I get used to it. I wonder if I have to wear it DURING surgery? Something I've got to ask my surgeon lol

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I would be careful wearing it during the day - they can see the times worn. It's like Big Brother - I used to get texts from mine saying I hadn't worn it for 2 days (I went away and didn't take it). I don't think you will wear during surgery but after in recovery and post-op.

I was thinking of wearing it during the day to get used to it but that doesn't mean I won't wear it at night

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Thanks for the heads up

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I just called the doctors office and they said it's okay to use during the day to only get used to it

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I got mine 7 days ago, my surgery date is June 8th. I didn't want it, but it is required and I have to say that seven days I've got a new attitude about it! I'm using a nasal pillow mask, least bulky of the choices and I'm sleeping again. It's been literally years since I've slept well. Just one more bonus for going through this process to get my sleeve!

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I'm still trying to get used to mine. I keep telling myself that I have to do this in order to get cleared for surgery. What's a nasal pillow mask?

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My surgery date is coming up quick May 19th! I got my cpap machine almost 2 months ago and its been the greatest thing ever. Still struggle on occasion with wanting to rip it off in the middle of the night because I usually sleep on my stomach and can't do so with the mask.

I use a nasal mask and its definitely taken getting used too. I can honestly say that I never knew how tired I was until after a few days of using the mask. I felt so rested and had so much more energy. Keep pushing to use it every night even if you start with using it for 4-6 hours out of the night.

I fell asleep last night without putting it on (guess I was that tired) and I'm exhausted today. Can't wait to see if once I lose more weight if my sleep apnea will go away or not.

My surgery date is coming up quick May 19th! I got my cpap machine almost 2 months ago and its been the greatest thing ever. Still struggle on occasion with wanting to rip it off in the middle of the night because I usually sleep on my stomach and can't do so with the mask.

I use a nasal mask and its definitely taken getting used too. I can honestly say that I never knew how tired I was until after a few days of using the mask. I felt so rested and had so much more energy. Keep pushing to use it every night even if you start with using it for 4-6 hours out of the night.

I fell asleep last night without putting it on (guess I was that tired) and I'm exhausted today. Can't wait to see if once I lose more weight if my sleep apnea will go away or not.

Congrats on your upcoming surgery! How exciting. I was supposed to have surgery at the end of this month but because I have to use my cpap machine for at least 30 days it has been pushed back until end of June or early July. But that's okay because I know how bad I want this surgery and how important it is for me to use my cpap before surgery.

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I have used a CPAP for about 8 years. Cannot sleep without it! I am taking it to the hosp with me....it's my best friend! :-)

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I have used a CPAP for about 8 years. Cannot sleep without it! I am taking it to the hosp with me....it's my best friend! :-)

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Sometimes I feel as if the air blowing out is too hard and I get overwhelmed. Maybe it's all in my mind. I mentioned it to the tech and she said that's what the doctor ordered and that I'll get used to it. Did you experience that the first time you used your machine? What type of mask do you use?

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I had to fall asleep and have my wife put mine on after i was out for a bit. It takes time to get used to

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Took me forever to get used to it. Now I can't sleep w/o it. I have nasal pillows cuz I can't stand something over my mouth and nose. But have had it for over 10 years so not an issue for being approved for surgery. Just had to have another sleep study done. Hopefully surgery in June!

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I have used a CPAP for about 8 years. Cannot sleep without it! I am taking it to the hosp with me....it's my best friend! :-)

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Sometimes I feel as if the air blowing out is too hard and I get overwhelmed. Maybe it's all in my mind. I mentioned it to the tech and she said that's what the doctor ordered and that I'll get used to it. Did you experience that the first time you used your machine? What type of mask do you use?

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I use a nasal mask...does not cover my mouth since I was not a mouth breather. I was "diagnosed " by my husband when he told me it was scary when I would stop breathing at night! I was always tired and sleepy. I still pooh poohed yhe idea of sleep apnea til it was proven with a sleep study. I did not want a CPap! However..I didn't know how bad I felt til I got my CPAP and actually got real deep sleep! Can't go without it now. You should try different masks to see what works best for you and I think you will be surprised at how much more energy you have when you wake up after sleeping well.

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