Humidifiers - Cut Down on Irritation From Sleep Apnea Machines

Although useful in sleep apnea therapy, CPAP air from sleep apnea machines is actually an irritant. The increased airflow from Respironics CPAP machines and other brands affects everyone differently - some patients may experience bleeding and irritation that can lead to infection, while others are more prone to excess mucous, which can lead to sneezing and congestion. Some patients' irritation may accumulate from extended use, while other new patients might react poorly to CPAP air from their first couple of treatments.