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My partner read online that I need to wash my mask every day but I only wash it once a week generally in the shower.
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How often should I wash my CPAP mask?
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A continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine is used to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnoea. It blows air through a mask which is worn on your face. The mask then directs this pressurised air through your airways, helping to hold them open. It is important that your mask remains clean and in good working order to ensure it remains effective against your Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.
It is important to dismantle and clean your mask regularly. This ensures the mask seals on your face and your skin is protected from infection or spots. Your sleep specialist can demonstrate how to dismantle your mask. You should wash your mask in a mild detergent and warm water.
The cushion that sits on your face should be washed on a daily basis. The plastic frame and headgear (straps) should be washed weekly. The fabric headgear can be washed separately in the washing machine at 30 degrees Celsius.