Different types of CPAP masks | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Different types of CPAP masks are available for those diagnosed with sleep apnea. In our last blog post, we explored the basics of what CPAP is[1] and the many benefits it offers to sleep apnea patients, from keeping your airway open during sleep to the reduction of snoring[2] and other apnea symptoms like fatigue and daytime drowsiness[3].

However, the extent to which CPAP will work for you, personally, depends a lot on what type of CPAP mask your doctor prescribes for you. The CPAP mask[4] is an important part of your overall CPAP therapy, delivering the air from the CPAP machine to your nose and mouth. So, as you might guess, your CPAP mask should be as comfortable as possible, and offer a complete seal around your nose and/or mouth (without leaving marks on your face or irritating your skin).

Luckily, many of the CPAP masks offered today are designed...