Yes, her doc told her to discontinue until the unit is replaced by Phillips -- but of course, we have no idea when that will be.Who told her to discontinue? Her doctor? Then he should be able to prescribe a new one.
When I went to the doctor (the one who put me on mine) Thursday, he said to continue using it. He said the benefits greatly outweigh the potential negative.
Agreed.There should be some sort of substitution. Call the respiratory supply center that she deals with, they should be able to help.
She did, but we don't know what that timeline will be like. She's going to follow up more next week.There should be some sort of substitution. Call the respiratory supply center that she deals with, they should be able to help.
With the pending recall, DW has been told to discontinue CPAP use, and as a result she is having great difficulty sleeping.
Anyone have any suggestions?
I don't think her case is super-severe. She had an overnight sleep test where they detected the apnea, but apparently her doctor is satisfied that she'll be okay.I'm really surprised her doctor didn't suggest something else ASAP especially if she is struggling that much.
If her case is not super severe she may also be a candidate for a sleep oral appliance. They can be made by a dentist. We make them in our dental practice and have had great success, especially with people who are non compliant with their c-paps. They help by repositioning the jaw at night to keep the airway open.I don't think her case is super-severe. She had an overnight sleep test where they detected the apnea, but apparently her doctor is satisfied that she'll be okay.