Ah, yes. A CPAP. Sleep apnea stinks. I'm glad you've found an accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Interesting fact...did you know most men have at least mild sleep apnea? That they stop breathing for a total of about two minutes per night, every night. My ex-fiance used to stop breathing for much longer...it was kinda scary.
I never was able to adjust to the mask over the nose. Every time I moved, it would shoot a puff of air across my eyelid and wake me up. We tried two different styles and I adjusted the things as many ways as is possible. Now I have the Mirage Swift Nasal Pillows System. It just sits under your nose with little silicone pieces entering the very tip of the nostrils. It sounds wierd, but it is much more comfortable and easier to deal with. I have had the machine for about 16 months and this nasal pillow thing for about a year. It has REALLY made a difference! Before, I was falling asleep in the living room watching Talking Raccoon playing (scary - that's what made me go get tested). Now, I actually feel well when I get up in the morning and don't feel as if I need to sleep from 3 or 4:00 onwards.
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Interesting fact...did you know most men have at least mild sleep apnea? That they stop breathing for a total of about two minutes per night, every night. My ex-fiance used to stop breathing for much longer...it was kinda scary.
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