c-map machine, worst enemy or best friend?

I just recently got my c-pap machine and tried it for the night and I had to remove it after a little while.

I am used to sleeping on my stomach and am kind of all over the place so sleeping with this foreign object on my face felt really uncomfortable. Not to mention that the sleeping test was the most horrible experience so far of this journey for myself anyway.

Did anyone have much trouble adjusting to the machine and how long does it usually take for you to finally get used to having it as a nightly thing.

I was told by the doctor to "practice" with it during the day to get used to it quicker but it just seems so impossible.

Yeah, I had quite a period of adjustment with mine as well. I'd wake up with it off having ripped it off in my sleep. That lasted, on and off, for about 3 weeks, when I finally was used to it enough to sleep through and not tear it off mid-way through the night.

OMG! I had sooooo much trouble getting used to my c-pap.  After trying, not trying and actually delaying my timeline to surgery, I asked my family doctor for a prescription for a sedative I could take at night. He was totally on board. After about 3 or 4 nights using Lunesta, I was sleeping all night with my mask on and I was able to get used to it.  If you need help, ask for it! I wish I would have asked earlier.  

Good luck! I know it sucks!  It's just another obstacle that you can get over!

Sonja

I'm wondering if maybe even an over the counter sleep aid would help me out without having to get something prescribed? It scares the bajesus outta me lol i'm so used to rolling around on my stomach all night and having that thing on is so uncomfortable not to mention the air restriction around your face. Thank you for the tip.

If it's any help, I absolutely HATED mine... And now I can't sleep without it! 

I also second the suggestion of a sedative for a few nights until you get used to it. I sometimes take Midnight (OTC)

Good luck! It's worth the struggle...

Thank you

I honestly had a terrible time adjusting to it. I had to try many different styles of masks and after three months finally found one that I could use. Keep at it, its nit easy but it's well worth it.

Annette 

I picked up mine on Saturday and I am terrified. I hope I get used to it quickly. Good luck!

It takes some getting used to.

I used mine for over a year before I had surgery.  When I lost a lot of weight, the mask I had no longer fit me.  I tried another style which was even worse.  I finally found one that fits my newly shaped head and life is much better.  If you find the mask uncomfortable after trying to get used to it for a couple of weeks, check with the company who supplied it and let them know.

I also found a gel pillow from Costco that doesn't interfere with the mask or hose when I sleep on my side, which is most of the night.  

I must be lucky...I was used to mine after the first night.  A big thing too might be which mask you have.  I have a full face mask, and sleep mostly on my stomach.  Good luck- you'll get used to it...

Dave