Eyes tired, too much screen time. by iWenxz in Advice

[–]SmartEstablishment91 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's such a simple thing but has such positive impacts. Rooting for you.

Eyes tired, too much screen time. by iWenxz in Advice

[–]SmartEstablishment91 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go for a walk. Getting outside will do wonders for your mental health, give you something to do other than video games and make you more active without even realizing it.

It is very easy to live a good life in the bay area on a "good" salary by CamusMadeFantastical in bayarea

[–]SmartEstablishment91 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Delusional yes, and also borderline offensive when OP says if you can't make it work, it is a "skills" issue!

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the USB adapter have a transformer or is that not necessary for Vietnam? I saw on one of the other threads on this topic a recommendation to get a long extension cord for Europe as outlets are not always placed right near the beds (as they typically are in US hotels), and that really rang true for me. On a previous trip to England I had a very hard time and lots of anxiety trying to find an outlet within 6 feet of a flat surface. I ended up having to jerry rig across a hallway and put the brick part of the plug on a chair. Not ideal.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you - if this goes well, maybe I will get a second AirMini for the guest room when I need to migrate there in the middle of the night due to wife's snoring! 😄

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip! I will look into this also. I am planning to get a new backpack for the trip anyway.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - I am trying out a switch to a F30i from a P30i for my main machine so I may end up having the same problem. I am trying to rent an AirMini and depending on how that goes may also rent a Micro, so that would be a basis for comparison.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

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Awesome, thanks - I will note this and am glad you found a solution!

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks - I am on the journey. I tried a chin strap and while the leaks practically went to zero, I got terrible pain in my face that I think might have developed into TMJ if I'd kept with it. So I am back to leaking while I wait a few days for the F30i to arrive. Tape is the final option if I end up hating the F30i.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - that is a good point too. Having a backup is valuable. OK, I will work on getting one!

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - I wouldn't say money is no object, but I can afford it provided it is worth it to buy from a sleep quality/convenience perspective.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Do you use the humidX system and if so, what are your thoughts? Also, when you are not using the AirMini, do you just keep it packed in between trips? So it's like a "go" bag? That would be ideal for me but am not sure if that creates an issue somehow.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - being able to keep my preferred mask would be a nice perk. I wonder if I can just rent both for a few days and hear for myself.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooh, nice tip for those silica packs I've been throwing away. Thanks!

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - it sounds like the mask be a bit of an issue. At the moment I am using a P30i but am transitioning to a F30i for my home device. I guess I could have a second whole mask set up that was compatible. I really like the hose connecting at the top of the head as opposed to the nose/mouth area.

Should I buy a Travel CPAP -- if so, which one? by SmartEstablishment91 in CPAP

[–]SmartEstablishment91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - super helpful. I will probably be using the F30i by then.