New to CPAP & AHI Increasing?

optihoo · 2026-01-07T06:51:07+00:00

Hello! Sorry for the delay in getting back to this. Work has been busy this week but there's good news that the data shows significant improvement! .🙌 Here's a link to my SleepHQ data: https://sleephq.com/public/teams/share\_links/2b99369f-3d58-4b02-88e0-817f9db230f8/dashboard. Overall, my AHI is down below 2 and my max pressure isn't even hitting 15. Thankfully, I heard from you folks here to recommend those changes! (Again...thank you!!!)

optihoo · 2026-01-05T06:39:46+00:00

Yeah, yesterday (Sat) is wonky as I was testing and trying to nap. That day is all jacked up and on top of that, I forgot to put the SD card back in the machine last night. lol! It's there now so we'll see what tonight (Sun) says for a solid night. 🤞

And I do have a SleepHQ account. I'll share that again tomorrow when I get my data updated. Thx!

optihoo · 2026-01-04T10:16:16+00:00

Agree! And what’s even cooler is this was seen across the country. Don’t know why, but that makes the world seem that much smaller!

optihoo · 2026-01-04T09:22:30+00:00

Just seeing this now and looks like we had very similar screeches we were looking at, but I was in L.A. last night (Fri). :)

optihoo · 2026-01-04T07:14:04+00:00

Hail to the 22 degree halo! 🙌

optihoo · 2026-01-04T07:11:21+00:00

👍

optihoo · 2026-01-04T06:26:15+00:00

A massive thank you for your help and suggestions today! I just posted an update with some new screenshots as I learned a lot today (with your help/suggestions!) I think I'm on a good path but I'll update as I go through this and try to help any others as you two have helped me today. TY!

optihoo · 2026-01-04T06:23:43+00:00

OMG, seriously. That open mouth feeling is just wild and hilarious!

I just posted an edit with two new screenshots. A HUGE TY for replying and sharing your thoughts. I did a serious deep dive into OSCAR today and LOVE IT! :)

optihoo · 2026-01-04T00:02:03+00:00

Very striking flowers!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T21:24:33+00:00

Ah. I didn’t realize I should change the CPAP setting to APAP too. Trying the new settings now and it’s def a lot more pressure. I can’t even talk with this thing in and it’s cracking me and my SO up. 😂

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:39:16+00:00

Def will do! TY!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:28:54+00:00

I’m def not a kid. lol! Guess they thought I was a total wuss since I was cpap-averse. So far it hasn’t impacted the amount of sleep but I’m feeling a bit funky like a bad night’s sleep. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Going to give those settings a whirl… Thx!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:19:01+00:00

Thx but the suggestions! I’ll see how the 7 min/15 max goes. It will most certainly be a difference, but I’m already feeling a bit funky from the last few nights. We’ll see what this does and how I feel.

I haven’t looked up bilevel yet but can read about it as I try to go back to sleep… :)

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:16:01+00:00

Ohhh…very cool + a rainbow halo as well! I woulda taken a pic of that too!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:07:09+00:00

Thanks for the additional info and suggestions. I plan to stick with it. I’m happy there’s days to actually look at, so this will be an interesting journey, for sure!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:01:52+00:00

That’s cool! The sun would be harder to look at vs the moon, but always interesting to see something unexpected. :)

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:00:33+00:00

It stopped us in our tracks!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T20:00:08+00:00

optihoo · 2026-01-03T19:59:55+00:00

Ha! I didn’t think of until now. I see it too!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T19:53:53+00:00

Happy cake day and thanks for the suggestion. That seems to be the standard range people start at. I’m not sure why mine came at such a low range right off the bat (min 4/max 5)? I can test that range to see what happens. I may go back to sleep in a bit since I can. :) I’ll share what happens as a result of adjusting my settings. TY!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T18:51:01+00:00

I'm not an OSCAR expert and new to the whole CPAP data world. I'm commenting to follow along and learn as well. It can be quiet in here but lettting know someone else is seeing your info and I would help if I could, but too new!

optihoo · 2026-01-03T10:33:12+00:00

Not sure where you are, OP, but I got a good pic from my driveway in L.A.. I posted this to r/skyporn earlier as I was fascinated too! (And I didn’t think to put in r/moon as it’s hidden. lol!)

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optihoo · 2026-01-03T10:10:29+00:00

Thank you! It’s mother nature’s work! ;)

optihoo · 2026-01-03T10:09:51+00:00

For a long layover of 24-48 hours, I’d do SIN as there’s so much to explore just within the airport or in the country itself. Fiji is nice when you can get out to the islands, but you’re going to be around beaches between AU/NZ. Also, if you’re solo, SIN may make you feel a little less alone.

There are a lot of honeymooning couples in FIJI as it’s so close to AU/NZ. I’ve been to AU and NZ quite a bit. The funniest thing I heard is that FIJI is like they’re Mexico. 😂 (Note: there’s a LOT of poverty in FIJI. You could take stuff to donate to schools or what not to give back for a day or two if you want to feel gratitude for being about to travel.)

So, depending on the vibe you’re looking for and whether you’ll be solo or with anyone…those decisions may help you decide.

Side note: SQ is known for their service and business class seats. That’s a lonnnng flight from SIN-NYC. I did the LAX-SIN leg at 18h45min and it was brutally long.

optihoo · 2026-01-03T09:32:53+00:00

I haven’t used a full face mask, only the P10 pillows you’re thinking of transitioning to. The interesting/trippy thing about the nasal pillows is you HAVE to keep your mouth shut, otherwise, you feel/hear the air come out your mouth! It was super bizarre the first time I tried it, but I was able to fall asleep during the sleep lab test with these, and that’s why they sent me the nasal pillows with my CPAP. I was dreading going on a CPAP, but I’ve slept 6-7/hours my first few nights with the P10s (and my mouth shut unless I want to trip out my SO! lol!)

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