What is BiPAP w/humidifier and oxygen concentrator?
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TYPES:Generic: Non-invasive Ventilator
NIPPV, also known as Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (Bi-Pap) is an electronic breathing device used in the treatment of sleep apnoea, lung disease, and to treat respiratory weakness in ALS. Use of the device overnight improves quality of sleep, daytime sleepiness, and may improve thinking ability.
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How do members experience BiPAP w/humidifier and oxygen concentrator?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breathing difficulty | 14 | 9 | |
| Fatigue | 3 | 0 | |
| Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 2 | 1 | |
| General health | 2 | 0 | |
| Low oxygen saturation while sleeping | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Burning sensation in face | 1 | |
| Dry mouth | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 5 | |
| None | 11 |
Member evaluations
KipWong
evaluated on Feb 28, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for breathing difficulty: Major
- Side effects: Mild
BobRolloff
evaluated on Oct 15, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for sleep apnea: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
Alex M
evaluated on Dec 16, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for Other: Major
- Side effects: None
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