I recently began using a nasal mask as suggested by my RT. Within less than a month of using the mask, my skin developed very dark blemishes around my nasal bridge and around the lateral aspects of my nose. I use a heated humidifier with the mask to help ease the drying associated with the positive air flow- which may be the reason I've experienced terrible acne breakouts where the gel mask touches my face.
I deeply understand the importance in using the CPAP, especially with my severe sleep apnea- but I must admit I've considered giving it up completely because of the constant and continual questions I receive from my clients and friends regarding the extremely dark blemishes on my face. Since my job relies on my ability to have face to face interactions, I am truly worried and concerned about continuing the use of my machine if I can't find some way to rectify this situation immediately. I'm desperate for some advice.
Do other people have these same issues??? What can we do to fix this?
Would you recommend switching to an oral mask (I normally breathe through my mouth anyway, and therefore have struggled with the additional elastic headgear I must use to keep my mouth closed). Any information you can provide will be helpful.