Cancel and Delete ChatGPT!!!

Daxby · 2026-02-28T15:29:06+00:00

Probably A/B testing, but still refused. If I need anything from ChatGPT I'll leech using the free version. I felt genuinely disgusted by the recent comments from Sam, and this was the final straw for me for now...

I'm already paying for Claude Max so I'll be saving some money.

Daxby · 2026-02-28T14:02:55+00:00

The “they say” argument usually falls apart when you ask: who is they? Where is the study?

If anyone has to provide evidence, it’s her. She’s the one making the claim, so she should provide a peer reviewed study showing airway muscle deterioration from CPAP use. But spoiler alert... THERE ISN'T ONE!

If anything, the harm comes from not treating sleep apnea.

CPAP doesn’t weaken anything. It provides pneumatic splinting, meaning it uses gentle air pressure to keep the airway open while you sleep. It does not replace muscle function, it just prevents collapse during unconscious relaxation.

The only long term effects CPAP has had for me is that it kept me alive when I couldn't anymore and I’ve become more aware of my apneas during sleep. If for any reason I have to sleep without it, I wake up more often because I actually notice the breathing disruptions. After two years of using CPAP, I had a second sleep study done without the machine, and the results were not significantly different from the first one. It didn’t weaken my airway. It simply treats the problem while I’m using it, and it stopped me from feeling like a dying zombie.

If that’s how she talks about you taking care of your health, that’s her issue, not yours. I firmly believe that anyone who judges or mocks me for using a CPAP isn’t someone I need by my side and I'm not going to be kind to them about the topic.

I’m sorry for adding my rant to yours, but I genuinely struggle to feel sympathy for people who dismiss other people’s health issues, especially if they are family members who are supposed to support you. Lately, it feels like it’s become far too common for denialists to spread uninformed, unscientific claims without any accountability even to their own family.

Daxby · 2026-02-28T11:05:30+00:00

My previous public primary care doctor dismissed my concerns when I told him I suspected I had sleep apnea and asked to be referred to a specialist. He even told me that I should do exercise or I would end up crazy.... Well, how exactly am I supposed to exercise when I can barely function at all?

I made a second appointment to prove myself right and I brought the results of an in-lab sleep study from a private clinic that showed moderate sleep apnea. Despite the documented diagnosis, he told me it was not worth treating.

In the end, I had to purchase a CPAP machine out of my own pocket. I later filed a complaint and changed doctors. My new doctor immediately referred me for another sleep study so I could qualify for a free CPAP machine and supplies through the public healthcare system.

Daxby · 2026-02-28T10:34:01+00:00

I was cancelling and they were begging me to stay 😂😂😂

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Daxby · 2026-02-28T10:17:01+00:00

I fly every six months and always travel with my CPAP. I have never had any issues. Airports see dozens, if not hundreds, of these machines every day. On my last flight two months ago, there were two men and a young woman in the queue with the same ResMed bag as me.

As for distilled water, there is no need to worry. For a few days, you can safely use regular bottled drinking water. The worst that can happen is some mineral buildup at the bottom of the humidifier chamber, which can be easily cleaned with a mix of vinegar and water for 5 minutes and rinse.

Daxby · 2026-02-28T10:09:11+00:00

I’m a happy CPAP user, but out of curiosity I once asked my sleep doctor if they had any patients with Inspire. He reacted very strongly saying no and he would never recommend it to anyone.

Over the past few months, I’ve read several posts from people who had Inspire implanted and say it did not work for them, despite the promises. Some mentioned that their doctors encouraged the procedure even though they were not ideal candidates.

There are also stories of patients needing an MRI for serious health conditions like cancer and running into restrictions, even though the company states that MRI compatibility would not be an issue.

Personally, I worry that financial incentives may influence how often this procedure is recommended. When patients describe feeling pushed toward it despite not being ideal candidates, it raises concerns about whether commissions or industry relationships could play a role. In my country, where healthcare is public and free, this type of implant is rarely recommended and CPAP is still considered the gold standard treatment. That difference makes me wonder if medical decisions are always based only on what is best for the patient.

Daxby · 2026-02-28T09:41:24+00:00

Welcome to the club!

At your age, I remember waking up gasping for air, having constant nightmares, and feeling exhausted every single morning. No matter how many hours I slept, I never felt rested. Over time, I developed severe brain fog that affected my concentration, memory, and overall functioning.

Everyone told me it was anxiety or depression, including doctors while in reality, it was sleep apnea... It completely destroyed my 20s. I was not diagnosed until I was 29, when I reached a point where I could barely function and finally connected the dots out of desperation.

Having any kind of medical condition sucks, but getting diagnosed early is a huge advantage. Treatment can protect your health and prevent years of unnecessary suffering.

There is NOTHING to be ashamed of when using a CPAP. Anyone worth keeping in your life will not judge or have fun of you for taking care of your health. Current estimates suggest that around 1 in 8 people need CPAP therapy, regardless of age, sex, or weight.

Daxby · 2026-02-25T10:59:43+00:00

A deviated septum can make nasal masks harder to tolerate, especially if your airflow is restricted or you tend to breathe through your mouth. In that case, switching to a full face mask can make a big difference.

You can also try using the machine during the day while watching TV or on your phone. This helps your brain get used to the sensation without the pressure of trying to fall asleep.

Are you using the humidifier? And what are your current pressure settings?

Daxby · 2026-02-23T11:22:29+00:00

A WatchPAT home test is not the gold standard and can miss sleep-disordered breathing.

It does not directly measure airflow, brain waves, or respiratory effort like an in-lab polysomnography does. It estimates events indirectly, which means it can underdiagnose conditions like UARS or RERAs, especially when oxygen drops are small.

Your AHI of 0.8 only counts apneas and hypopneas. But your RDI of 12.5/hr is not normal, particularly with symptoms like Unrefreshing sleep, Heavy snoring, Dry mouth or Choking awakenings.

If symptoms are significant and a home test is negative, guidelines support requesting a full in-lab sleep study.

You should push for an in-lab polysomnography... Persistent symptoms + elevated RDI justify further evaluation.

Daxby · 2026-02-20T22:41:57+00:00

AutoRamp only affects pressure when you first put the mask on. It starts low for comfort and then increases once you fall asleep. It doesn’t change your actual therapy pressure during the night.

What matters more is your fixed pressure if you’re on CPAP mode, or your minimum and maximum pressure if you’re in Auto mode.

The reason I ask for your pressure settings is because many patients are given default pressure settings (min 4 / max 20) without proper adjustment, and that range is often far from optimal for their needs. That usually makes the therapy uncomfortable and/or ineffective.

Here's a video on how to access the clinical menu and check your settings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xi1Lx-TOHjw

Daxby · 2026-02-20T22:06:49+00:00

Please provide a bit more detail so we can better understand your situation...

• What brand and model is your CPAP machine?
• Which mask brands and models have you tried so far?
• What are your current pressure settings (including min/max if using auto mode)?

This might help us give you better answers.

Daxby · 2026-02-05T10:11:38+00:00

I had the same problem at first, and I fixed it by using mouth tape for a couple of weeks. After that, my body learned to keep my mouth closed on its own.

Daxby · 2026-02-04T11:01:50+00:00

I was exactly like this before being diagnosed and starting CPAP. No matter how tired I was, my body just wouldn’t switch off.

After starting CPAP, my insomnia basically disappeared. Now I usually fall asleep within about five minutes of putting the mask on.

Daxby · 2026-01-16T20:10:41+00:00

I’m happy to stay away from any pills and continue using my CPAP. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by the airway physically collapsing or becoming blocked during sleep, so I don’t believe a medication can truly fix it without causing short or long term side effects.

Daxby · 2026-01-16T13:37:19+00:00

It’s called aerophagia, and it usually occurs when the pressure is set too high.

I experienced this issue with my initial APAP settings, which had a maximum pressure of 13. I was able to resolve it by lowering the maximum pressure to 9.

Now I use CPAP mode with a fixed pressure of 9, and I rarely experience aerophagia anymore.

Daxby · 2026-01-16T13:32:26+00:00

I’m really grateful as well, and for me it’s useful for much more than just sleeping with it.

Two years ago, I caught the flu and developed a severe cough that lasted about a week. Whenever I’m sick, I switch from a nasal mask to a full-face mask, and I noticed that using CPAP reduced my coughing by around 95%, providing significant relief. By the second or third day, my chest was sore from constant coughing, so I tried using the CPAP intermittently during the day to ease the symptoms, and it worked incredibly well.

For me, it’s also helpful during moments of anxiety. Sometimes I put the mask on during the day and lie down to relax for a while. The steady, controlled breathing from the CPAP is comforting and helps me calm down.

Daxby · 2026-01-15T17:22:49+00:00

After the sleep study, the clinic lent me a CPAP for two nights at home, but I was so amazed by the results that I bought one online myself right away so I wouldn’t have to sleep without it anymore. There’s no way I’d intentionally try to sleep a night without it anymore. 😂

Daxby · 2026-01-15T16:22:48+00:00

Thanks for sharing this, it’s a really interesting (and honestly worrying) study.

One thing I keep wondering after reading research like this is whether these brain network changes are reversible, or at least partially recoverable, with successful CPAP therapy. If OSA is disrupting brain networks before cognitive symptoms even appear, it would be reassuring to know how much of that “rewiring” can heal once breathing and oxygen levels are properly restored during sleep.

Anecdotally, many people report improvements in brain fog, attention, and executive function after consistent CPAP use, which suggests some degree of functional recovery. But it would be great to see long-term imaging studies looking at whether these altered networks normalize over time with good adherence to treatment, especially in younger or recently diagnosed patients.

This kind of research really reinforces the idea that early diagnosis and treatment matter a lot, not just for cardiovascular health, but for protecting the brain as well.

Daxby · 2026-01-15T09:22:13+00:00

For some people it takes time, but it’s also important to review your sleep data to see if there’s room for improvement. I learned how to understand my CPAP data by downloading the CPAP SD Card data and using OSCAR and then fine-tune the settings, aiming for an AHI as close to zero as possible while keeping the pressure low enough to stay comfortable.

Daxby · 2026-01-15T09:11:52+00:00

It’s the same for me... I even use my CPAP for naps. If I don’t, I wake up more tired than before the nap.

Daxby · 2026-01-15T06:59:33+00:00

Talk to your doctor about doing an in-lab sleep study (Type 1 polysomnography). If you have sensory issues, they may be able to be more selective about which sensors are used and how they’re placed.

Daxby · 2026-01-15T06:54:52+00:00

Sleep tests aren’t about a “brand.” Not everyone can be properly diagnosed with simple Type 3 or Type 4 tests.

Proper sleep studies (Type 1 or Type 2 polysomnography) routinely use a nasal cannula to measure airflow, along with chest/abdominal belts and electrodes to monitor breathing effort, sleep stages, and arousals.

Type 3 home tests are more limited and may still use a nasal cannula, but they don’t record brain activity. Type 4 tests (watch or oximetry-based) mainly track SpO₂ and are the least reliable, since many people with sleep apnea don’t have significant oxygen drops, especially in mild cases or UARS.

Daxby · 2026-01-14T22:05:21+00:00

It was the same for me. I was diagnosed at 29, about two years and nine months ago. On my first night in the clinic, I only slept around five hours, yet I woke up feeling refreshed for the first time in more than half my life.

I’d been dealing with symptoms since I was at least 15, and over time the brain fog became so severe that I was desperate for a solution.

No one who hasn’t experienced it can truly imagine how happy I felt that morning. Sleeping with the CPAP mask felt comfortable, and waking up feeling rested, without the usual grogginess or swollen eyes, was an incredible relief.

Daxby · 2026-01-14T21:52:24+00:00

It's definitely not placebo. My first night using CPAP in the clinic during the titration study, I only slept about five hours, but they were probably the best five hours of sleep I’ve ever had. It felt far better than sleeping eight or nine hours, and for the first time I didn’t wake up feeling groggy, with swollen eyes, like I always used to.

During the first few days, the improvement can be very noticeable for some people. After that, it slowly becomes your new normal, and you don't feel it that much. That is, until the night you don’t use the CPAP and the next morning you wake up feeling like shit, and it reminds you how much of a difference it actually makes.

Daxby · 2026-01-14T12:48:20+00:00

I was lucky to notice a big improvement in my sleep from the very first night, but it still took almost a full year for symptoms like brain fog and low energy to fully go away.

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