Hi Guys:

MY big date is August 28th. It is LONG overdue, after being pushed back to get certain clearances from Pulmonology and Cardiology due to Asthma and Sleep Apnea. Can anyone relate? I saw the anesthesiologist today, and he mentioned that in recovery before I wake up they may CPAP me, but Ive had so many issues falling asleep with the mast (claustrophobic) that Im nervous thinking about them putting a mask on my face and I can't breathe. Any comforting words of advice? Been working towards this since January, so I am very anxious to get this done AND get on my way to healthier living.

When they fitted you with the mask, did they try different styles? I used the WISP (S/M) which is just a triangle cone over the nose. My husband used to use the nasal pillow, but he was breathing through his mouth so he had to go to a full face mask. Maybe if you could use a smaller style like the nose pillow it would be less stressful?

Best wishes and I hope someone here has some other advice/support for you.

I'm. a nasal,pillow person
myself , already was told to bring,Uncle Snuffly with me to the hospital. And I have an incentive spirometer, I have to practice with,it the 30 days before surgery, wear.the Cpap every night too. Dang between these things and the,preop diet, I am in training for Wonder Wednesday, my REBIRTHDAY September 5th. I am going to so,rock,this!

Hey, we have the same date! I use a cpap also and agree with the nasal pillow. It sits right below your nose. If you do happen to be a mouth breather but cant stand something on your face, they make a chin strap. Try and relax and know they have alot of experience and maybe ask if they could take it off when they see you are starting to come out of your anesthesia? Couldnt hurt to ask. Good luck!