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dry mouth

does anyone have dry mouth from cpap humidifier doesnt help me anyone have same problem?

  1. I also get dry mouth and the humidifier doesn't help me. What I have discovered my dry mouth is caused by the mask leaking. A new mask seems to resolve the issue. The quality of the masks is not always good. Some don't last long, some don't fit the same, some don't come at all and we end up using the same one over and over.

    1. Hey there. I'm glad to hear the new mask has helped with some dry mouth issues even if it can be rough finding the right fit. For you or anyone interested in learning a bit more about potential causes and relief for dry mouth, I'll link an article with some helpful information. This quote got me intrigued:

      "You will get advice on increasing your humidity, trying different mask styles, and proper mask fitting to decrease leaks. You will hear about mouth breathing and learning to breathe nasally to reduce that dry mouth.

      All those things do work and will resolve the problem for just about everyone. Yet, you continue to suffer from severe dry mouth even after addressing all of that. So now what?"

      Here is the full article: https://sleepapnea.sleep-disorders.net/living/dry-mouth. Warm wishes! - Alyssa (Team Member)

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