CPAP Tracker Blog

Practical guides on replacement schedules, cleaning, AHI, and supply management. Written for people who actually wear a CPAP every night.

Educational content, not medical advice. These articles cover equipment maintenance, hygiene routines, and reference information drawn from published clinical guidelines and CPAP manufacturer documentation. They aren't a substitute for the recommendations of your sleep specialist or DME supplier. Full terms.

• CPAP Mask Leaks: How to Find and Fix Them

  Mask leaks are the most common CPAP problem. Here's how to identify where air is escaping, the four most common causes, and how to fix each one.

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• Dry Mouth on CPAP: Causes and Fixes

  Waking up with a desert mouth is the most common CPAP side effect. Why it happens — mouth breathing, low humidity, low water level — and what to do about each.

  6 min read

• Traveling with a CPAP: Complete Guide (TSA, Planes, Hotels)

  How to travel with a CPAP — TSA carry-on rules, in-flight battery use, hotel water, international power, camping, and what to bring as backup.

  9 min read

• BiPAP vs CPAP: What's the Difference?

  CPAP delivers constant pressure; BiPAP delivers two different pressures for inhale and exhale. Who needs which, how the machines differ, and what changes for the user.

  6 min read

• Distilled Water for CPAP: Why It Matters (and When You Can Skip It)

  Tap water minerals damage your CPAP water chamber over time. Why distilled water is the standard, when you can use alternatives, and what NOT to use.

  5 min read

• How Often to Replace Each CPAP Supply (Complete Reference)

  Mask cushions, full masks, headgear, tubing, filters, water chambers — a clear schedule for every consumable in your CPAP, plus what your insurance typically covers.

  8 min read

• What Is AHI? Your Apnea-Hypopnea Index Explained

  AHI is the number of breathing interruptions per hour during sleep. Here's what each range means, why your CPAP's nightly AHI matters, and what a "good" value actually looks like.

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• The CPAP Cleaning Schedule You Actually Need

  Daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning routines that prevent bacterial buildup and keep your equipment performing — without the overkill some guides suggest.

  7 min read

• Why Does My CPAP AHI Vary Night to Night?

  Your AHI was 1.2 last night and 8.4 tonight — same machine, same pressure, same mask. Here's what causes nightly AHI swings and when to actually worry.

  7 min read

• How to Track CPAP Equipment Replacement (Without a Spreadsheet)

  Three approaches to keeping track of when your CPAP supplies are due — manufacturer apps, spreadsheets, and dedicated tracker apps — with the trade-offs of each.

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