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How Can Lung Congestion While Using A CPAP Machine Be Treated?

I use a CPAP & gave since 1999. However, last year the tech who monitored my second sleep study increased my pressure from 9 to 13. Ever since the increase it feels like the CPAP is pushing mucus down into my lungs from my sinuses and I wake up coughing every morning to get it out. It s so bad sometimes it makes me choke and Puke because the mucus gets stuck in my esophageal flap. What can I do to get rid of this mucus? I ve tried Mucinex but it only helps marginally.
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Hello,

Consult a pulmonologist and get evaluated. You might require antibiotic treatment to prevent further complications.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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How Can Lung Congestion While Using A CPAP Machine Be Treated?

Hello, Consult a pulmonologist and get evaluated. You might require antibiotic treatment to prevent further complications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician