My philips dreamstation cpap is on the recall list.I registered my device in (b)(6) 2021 for the recall.At the time, my machine had none of the issues mentioned (black flecks in tubing etc), and i didn't use any ozone cleaner for my machine.My doctor advised i should continue using the machine.I was not overly concerned at that time and assumed that the recall - since it was due to a health issue - would be resolved in a timely manner.In (b)(6) 2022, when changing my filter, it was black.On further check, i noticed small black flecks in my tubing.I stopped using the device immediately, and on contacting my doctor, he agreed that i should no longer use the machine.There is currently no timeline available as to when i will receive my replacement cpap machine.When i called philips in fall 2021 to ask, i was told that they expected all machines to be replaced by the end of the calendar year (2021).When i called again today ((b)(6) 2022) i was told (again) that they expect all machines to be replaced by the end of the year (2022).I have no confidence in that timeline and am now very concerned for my risk of developing health issues related to untreated sleep apnea.Since philips knew of the issues starting in 2011, they should have been pro-active in preparing for a subsequent recall.Fda safety report id # (b)(4).
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