One of the most recommended & common treatments for Sleep Apnea is the treatment with CPAP machines. After consultation with your sleep specialist, a sleep study is conducted to observe sleep and breathing patterns. Post which, the sleep specialist may recommend or prescribe Continuous Positive Air Pressure therapy. The sleep specialist will prescribe either a…
So far we have addressed a few issues related to Sleep Apnea, the things that can affect it, and ways to cure this disease. There are some fellow morbidities Sleep Apnea could result in or comes as a result of, the presence of which could make the disease and its symptoms worse. Click here to…
So far we have looked at what Sleep Apnea is and how you can treat it effectively with a CPAP therapy. Now that you know how to look for a CPAP machine, you may also have one. But how do you maintain a breathing device to be able to use it for a long time?…
We have already discussed the uses and benefits of the CPAP machine, this blog will concentrate on the other two options or alternatives, apart from the CPAP therapy, which is BIPAP and APAP therapy. For the sake of comparison and because it is the first line of treatment, we will revisit the CPAP or the…
You may have established the need to visit a sleep specialist through the above tests. Initially, your sleep therapist will do basic examinations of the nose, mouth and throat. After which, they may insert a fiberoptic endoscope into the nose and pharynx, to look for any obstructions that may be present in the airways. The…
Don’t accept the first mask they give you. There are different types of masks, from nasal-only to full face masks. In my case, I needed to be able to breathe out of my mouth to be comfortable. Try different masks and headgear arrangements until you find what works for you. Read more at http://mobile.wnd.com/2015/10/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-cpap-maĶchines/#H0QMBfsGqFlkDHXV.99 Trial…