What is BiPAP w/humidifier?
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TYPES:Generic: Non-invasive Ventilator
A Bi-Pap or CPAP humidifier is a chamber of water added to the non-invasive ventilation system in order to prevent irritation or the airways.
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How do members experience BiPAP w/humidifier?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breathing difficulty | 96 | 44 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 84 | 20 | |
| Fatigue | 44 | 219 | |
| General health | 22 | 8 | |
| Sleep apnea disorder | 10 | 3 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry mouth | 6 | |
| Dry throat | 5 | |
| Abdominal bloating | 3 | |
| Flatulence | 3 | |
| Difficulty staying asleep | 2 | |
| Dry mouth at night | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 16 | |
| Mild | 26 | |
| None | 259 |
Member evaluations
faeroe347
evaluated on May 29, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for Support lung health: Slight
- Side effects: None
jaws-als
evaluated on Oct 27, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Slight
- Side effects: Moderate
a
amma
evaluated on Dec 05, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for General health: Major
- Side effects: None
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