bethsheba

The sore throat could definitely be from lack of humidity...I did experience that when I first used my machine---for some reason I didn't think to hook up the humidifier, but again I was severely sleep deprived at that time.

I would think the sore chest muscles would be due to the humidity issue, also....have you ever had a bad cold when your chest felt tight and was sore? Best treatment for that is hopping in the shower and taking deep breaths....don't understand the physiology, but suspect there is a connection.

Do contact your doctor's office or your durable medical equipment provider for more info if you still have concerns...they'll probably give you info over the phone, unless it's serious...but most of these things are just common stuff...no need to freak....I can say that after 3 years of cpap, grin!

Bethsheba