AHI=apnea and hypopnea index=the number of apneas and hypopneas experienced PER HOUR of sleep.


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Really helpful observations, Daniel.  Thanks so much! I feel like I am finally starting to understand some of what is--and what should be--going on here.

Everytime he has gotten a new mask it is because I have initiated and coordinated it.  Once I drove out to Timbucktu to visit the DME supplier.  That's when he switched to the Mirage Swift II Nasal Pillows mask.  I try to help adjust this for him when it starts making a bunch of noise when he's sleeping, but since I don't really understand (have never been instructed) how it should work, I am grasping at straws.  He does breathe through his mouth some, so maybe this is not the best mask for him.  I do think he likes it better than the original full-face mask though as it is much less cumbersome.  

I can see that he has no interest in the treatment therapy (like me) and that you are driving things. on a personal note, beware that you don't totally drive him away from it with your enthusiasm. If air is coming out his mouth, then XPAP is not working. The full face mask may be cumbersome, but probably necessary. i suggest that you look at the hybrid style mask (google hybrid mask to see it).

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What is AHI?

Apnoea Hypopnoea Index. It is the average (hourly) number of Apnoea and Hypopnoea Events (Hypopnoea........take it as a mini Apnoea) and is the index that determines the severity of his apnoea.
AHI of < 5 = Normal
>5 and < 15 = Mild
>15 and < 30 = Moderate
> 30 = Severe

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Of course you haven't offended.  I am thrilled to have your comments.

What moved you from this place my DH is in to where you are now, being an active participant in your OSA and treatment?  Was it something your wife did that eventually got through to you?

Sure was. A reminder that I wasn't going to be around to see my children grow up.............a very strong reminder.

Daniel.


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