ACNE from CPAP MASK

Question: I use the full face mask with cpap. It seems that where the mask contacts my face, acne breaks out. What causes this and what is best to treat the acne with?

Response: William, Acne from a CPAP mask is not uncommon. While most of my patients eventually switch to oral appliance I can offer a few suggestions.

1. Keep the mask and hoses scrupulously clean

2. A thin layer of Lanolin can be place on the ares where the mask contacts the face 1/2 hour before putting the mask on. The skin should be thoroughly washed and dried first.

Dr Shapira

Sleep as Life's 'Greatest Little Pleasure'

British Rank Sleep as Life's 'Greatest Little Pleasure'

There's no denying the benefits of a good night's sleep. We love waking up refreshed and ready for the day. According to a recent poll of 3,000 Brits, our friends across the pond agree. The poll, conducted by the British company Bachelors, found that a good night's sleep was voted the number one "greatest little pleasure in life," according to an article in the London Telegraph. Other items that topped the list include "finding a forgotten tenner (a $10 bill) in your pocket" and "cuddling up with a partner in bed." Bachelors spokesperson Rob Stacey told the Telegraph, "You can't beat the feeling of getting into bed after a long, hard day," adding, "And that feeling gets even better when you wake up feeling great and back to your normal self the following morning."

Helping people with sleep apnea is truly rewarding and this article from the National Sleep Foundation spells it out. There is nothing like waking up feeling great in the morning. Patients who suffer with CPAP never have this feeling. The 25 per centers, those who love their CPAP from the first day understand how treatment of Sleep Apnea improves their life. Those of you who visit the I HATE CPAP! website understand that CPAP is not "YOUR ANSWER". You do not wake up feeling great. I wish that oral appliances were the perfect answer for all of you, it isn't but studies repeatedly show that 95% of patients prefer comfortable oral appliances to CPAP when offered a choice. Please contact me and let me know what peeves you about CPAP. Those of you who love your CPAP understand that while it is a miracle for your life that CPAP may be torture for your loved ones.

The BEST PRICES ON CPAP SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT

This site might be called I HATE CPAP! but we realize many patients like their CPAP or use it in conjunction with their oral appliances. I have recently received an e-mail from a company that promises to beat any other companies prices. I want to help all patients with sleep apnea find the most appropriate treatment. If you are a CPAP user and are concerned about the costof your equipment contact this company. Please let me know what you think of their prices and service. CPAP saves lives and and anything I can do to help CPAP users makes me happy

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For the best prices on CPAP contact BestCPAPprice.com If they dissapoint you I will make sure to pass on that information. If you are happy with their services I will pass that on as well.
Wishing you a happy holiday season.
Dr Ira L Shapira