When is use this set-up at night I smell an obnoxious odor. I never smelled this when using oxygen at a hospital. I find the odor remains in my nostrils & or sinuses during the day. I've ask my medical device supplier and my pulmonary doctor and all I get for an answer is "Am I cleaning and replacing my filters". Yes I do take care of the filters but what is this lingering odor and is it detrimental?
using oxygen extractor with a BIPAP ... - Lung Conditions C...
using oxygen extractor with a BIPAP machine for central sleep apnea - there is an odor
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Oh dear, dwitt, doesn't look like anyone has any answers. Perhaps it's worth a call to the helpline.
Funnily enough, I took out a new nasal cannula (oxygen user) and it had a very chemical smell - first time I've ever experienced it. Changed it and other one ok. It may or may not be relevant but thought I'd tell you anyway lol!
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Not good - I really do hope you resolve the problem - sounds awful and now hoping I don't need one of these machines - awaiting result from sleep test.
try cleaning all that can be cleaned with water with a baby bottle cleaner might help?
My schedule is methodical as is my ability to change filters, tubing & head care. I almost am tempted to take apart the oxygen machine and do I thorough cleaning but fear reassembly will leave me with extra parts or broken pieces.