Hearing aids without a prescription or an exam? The FDA takes big step toward making that happen.

[marie999]

24. I had a CPAP machine from the VA but after a while the pressure wasn't enough.

The CPAP machine is set for one pressure so if it needs to be raised it can be difficult to exhale. Then they gave me a bilevel machine that immediately drops the pressure when I exhale. They can also check to see how often I use it and for how many hours. They can also detect when I have it too loose and there is leakage. The reason they monitor the machine is sometimes people are not using it correctly so they have them come in and show them the best way to put it on also they can see if the pressure needs to be increased or decreased. The person using the machine should not be adjusting the pressure. You need to have a sleep apnea test before using one so they know exactly what pressure you need and can change it if need be. CPAP machines and hearing aids need to have their prices dropped. The VA only has so much money to spend because Congress refuses to give them what they need so decreases in the price of these machines would free up money for other things.