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ADVERSE EFFECTS
Patients should report unusual chest pain, severe headache, or increased
breathlessness to their prescribing physician. An acute upper respiratory tract infection
may require temporary discontinuation of treatment.
The following side effects may arise during the course of therapy with the CPAP
device:
• drying of the nose, mouth, or throat
• nosebleed
• bloating
• ear or sinus discomfort
• eye irritation
• skin rashes
• chest discomfort.
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