Are we best buddies? Well, not yet, but things are working out. I’ve tried three different masks, including the nasal pillows (which really freaked me out!). There are some nagging things to deal with, such as rubbing little marks on my nose, much like having a pair of new glasses. But all in all, CPAP likes me … it really likes me!

I no longer snore. I no longer fall asleep during the evening right after dinner. I haven’t been told to move into the garage!

For those of you who may be having CPAP troubles, keep after your CPAP provider to help you out. It’s easy to get a mask that doesn’t fit right. It’s especially irritating to get your CPAP from a home medical provider who drops it off, but usually turns their phones off promptly at 5:00 p.m., and who can’t be reached on weekends. I’m lucky … my employer and sleep center is always there, ready to help.

CPAP … you’re getting to be a friend!

Stevedawg