Problem
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Possible Causes
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Solutions
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- Sore or dry eyes
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- Mask not positioned right
- Headgear too loose
- Mask size not proper
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- Re-apply the mask and adjust the headgear
- Contact the medical equipment company and inquire about a new mask
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- Redness on the face where the mask contacts the
skin
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- Headgear is too tight
- Allergic reaction to the material in the mask
- Possible interaction with facial creams / lotions
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- Re-apply the mask and adjust the headgear
- Contact the medical equipment company and inquire about a new mask
- Don’t use moisturizers around the mask areas
- Contact your doctor if redness persists
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- Cold nose / cold air coming into the mask
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- Room temperature is too low
- Humidifier is not working / on
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- Make sure the humidifier is on
- Contact the medical equipment company
- Place PAP tubing underneath your blankets to help keep the air warm
- Buy a CPAP tubing insulation sleeve
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- Dryness or burning sensation in the back of the
throat
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- The air is too dry
- If you are wearing a nose mask, you may possibly be opening your mouth at
night
- Humidifier not working / on
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- Make sure the humidifier is on
- Contact the medical equipment company
- Contact your doctor
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- Nasal, sinus, or ear pain
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- Sinus or middle ear infection
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- Stop using the PAP machine and contact your doctor
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- Too much pressure / have trouble breathing with mask
on
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- Trouble with adjusting your set pressure
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- Use the ramp feature on the PAP device (contact the medical equipment
company if you cannot locate the button)
- Contact your doctor for possible solutions
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- Feeling claustrophobic
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- The mask may not be appropriate for your circumstances
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- Contact the medical equipment company
- Contact your doctor to discuss alternative solutions to PAP therapy
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