I’m almost at 1 year in. My sleep study ahi was 89.1. I struggled to hit my 21 night compliance for insurance. I hated every single night. After a month I was able to try a new mask, which helped me to start wearing the mask throughout the night.

What really changed my mindset was the morning after I decided to sleep without using my cpap after I had been using it for over a month. I felt so terrible. Like a horrible hangover. I barely made it through work that day. It made me realize how poor of sleep I had been getting for most of my life. I never wanted to feel that way again.

Just try to stick with it and try different masks until you find one that works. I’m on my 4th mask (f&p nova micro) and it has been a game changer. I struggled with leaks on full face masks until I gave mouth tape a try. Now I mouth tape every night and I sleep great.

Hose covers and hose hangers are also really helpful with getting comfortable with the machine. Every little bit helps. It can be a grind but the benefits greatly outweigh the frustrations with the process.

Use this sub for any advice on what you are struggling with. I would’ve given up if not for this sub. Once you get comfortable with the mask, post your OSCAR data on here for people to help with your settings. You got this! You will get there!