For my U.S supporters - Coupon CPAPReviews CPAP Reviews channel sponsor - https://cpap.review/shop For my Aussie supporters - Coupon CPAPReviews https://cpap.review/cpap Join our private Facebook page and connect and learn - https://cpap.review/facebook My monthly newsletter - no spam, just the important stuff - https://cpap.review/newsletter My amazon affiliate link - https://cpap.review/amazon If you found the video useful and would like to help support my channel - https://cpap.review/donations All donations help me buy the products and recording equipment :-). Occasionally i will buy a beer and toast to your generosity. PRODUCT LINKS- Link to Hybernite Universal Heated Tube Kit - Will improve humidification on any device :) Australia - https://www.remsleep.com.au/product/hybernite-universal-heated-tube-kit/ Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2FuowrP 00:00 - CPAP Side Effects Introduction 00:35 - Aerophagia - Air in your stomach 03:00 - Dry Nose and Throat 05:40 - Dry, Sore Eyes Hi Everyone, hope you're all safe and well. 1. Aerophagia (stomach bloating) Aerophagia is excessive air swallowing. It’s a condition that occurs when you have air entering your gastrointestinal tract, including your intestines and stomach. As this air builds up, it can cause significant discomfort in your bowels and belly. The most common aerophagia symptoms are: Stomachache Belly bloating Flatulence Heartburn and acid reflux Burping An uncomfortable “full” feeling Causes of Swallowing Air with CPAP Some causes of aerophagia may include: Pressure is set too high Pressure is set too low Nasal congestion Mouth breathing Exhalation problems Solutions for Swallowing Air with CPAP If you’re swallowing air with CPAP, here are some aerophagia solutions you can try: 1. Check the Pressure Settings If you have a high pressure, consider dropping it down a bit to see if that helps resolve the problem. If it does help, just check to make sure you AHI number isn't going to high (ideally you want that number under 5 but under 10 should still be find). If you're AHI is high, your apnea might be causing you to gasp and swallow the air in also. Experiment with your pressure to see if it helps alleviate the stomach bloating. 2. Check Your Mask Figure out if you’re using the wrong mask. For instance, a nasal mask isn’t the best choice if you’re a mouth breather. Your mask might not be the best style or size for your face. If you’re experiencing pressure point soreness from the straps being too tight or a frequent mask leak, consider picking a different mask. 3. Obtain Expiratory Pressure Relief Most CPAP machines today have expiratory pressure relief features. They may be called BIFLEX or AFLEX, depending on the machine brand. This feature reduces air pressure aut ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dBNUxeasTs

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