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I was recently diagnosed with severe OSA and I'm using a Resmed machine. I actually adapted to it immediately and I find the mask I'm using (Fisher and Paykel) to be comfortable.

Incredible life changer. You are fortunate that an appliance works, but I absolutely don't regret getting tested for it and using one.

I'm in my mid 30's and not obese, and didn't consider OSA to be likely but got tested due to grogginess and my Dad's recent diagnosis.

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Similar story here, same equipment. 41 now, got it a few months ago. Life changing. I've done alright for myself business wise but I wonder what I could've accomplished had I went to the doctor earlier. I thought multiple naps a day, falling asleep on the desk were normal.

Ditto. Waking up after the first night with and realizing I've lived in a fog for a year or so.

Same. For me it was a lesson to complain to my Dr about everything (and also to have a regular doctor).

Yeah, whatever works! I might still get a CPAP eventually, particularly if my teeth start shifting from the appliance, but at least right now the mouthpiece is convenient and works just about perfect.

I'll do a bit of research on the Fisher and Paykel masks.

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