CPAP + Stuffed Nose - Sleep Disorders Message Board

ControlFreak · 10-30-2003, 01:37 AM

I've had a stuffed nose all day, so I used Afrin at about 8:00 PM (had an opportunity where I could actually breathe enough to use it) and went to sleep about 1:00 AM. At 3:00ish I woke up having trouble getting air through my nose .. and yeah .. it's stuffed again (about 50% .. enough to make the CPAP useless). Now I'm afraid to go back to sleep becuase there's no way I can use the CPAP with my nose this stuffed (note: I use Nasal Aire).

Does anyone have any suggestions on what to do at times like this?

ControlFreak

GKP · 10-30-2003, 08:51 AM

Try smearing up with Vicks Vapor Rub before going to bed. It helps somewhat with the congestion and won't cause any sleep related side effects (although you'll smell pretty strong). And, of course, sleep (or try to sleep) with your head slightly elevated--it will help you breathe better.

Good luck!

ControlFreak · 10-30-2003, 03:26 PM

Bought the VVR .. I'll let you know how it goes.

ControlFreak

PreachersKid · 10-30-2003, 08:18 PM

Have you tried using a humidifier on your CPAP? The constant flow of air can dry out the nasal passages and make it hard to breathe. Hubby found the humidifier eased the stuffiness for him.

dazedandconfused1 · 03-04-2005, 08:28 PM

i have stuffed noise with mine to i even have a humidifier on mine doesnt change the doctor gave me flonase said use at night only works great