If you had a time machine...If you could go back in time, what advice would you give to your younger self about living with sleep apnea?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & Advice
chapped skin and lips from CPAPEver since I started using my CPAP machine I've been experiencing chapped skin next to my nose and also really bad chapped lips. I've been using medicated Chap Stick on...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide EffectsTips & AdviceNewly Diagnosed
Medicare issue paying for BIPAP vs ASVMy doctor diagnosed me with Central Sleep Apnea and recommended an ASV machine. Currently using a Phillips BIPAP ST. Upon ordering a ResMed Aircurve 10 ASV, I was informed that...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCostCentral Sleep Apnea
Getting used to wearing the CPAPI don't think after 6 years I will ever get used to using it. It is not the most comfortable thing in the world....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Machines on back orderHow do you deal with your CPAP being 2 months back ordered? Mine stopped working correctly and my doctor ordered a new one, but been advised there is a 2...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCPAPCoping
Neck sorenessI am now getting neck and shoulders soreness with my cpap strap. I’ve tried different head harness but no change. Anyone have this problem and have any suggestions...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide Effects
Forgot I Had Sleep ApneaHello all, I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea in 2017 or 2018. CPAP wasn't really working for me, so I returned the machine. Then I find out I additionally...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
sleep apnea never thought i had sleep apnea but since using my machine i feel so much better 5 years an counting...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCentral Sleep Apnea
Having an operation when you suffer from sleep apneaI suffer from a combination of central and OSA and am struggling to get advice regarding the best form of anesthetic to us when I have my hernia operation shortly...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSurgeryCentral Sleep Apnea
Daytime FatigueDo you experience daytime fatigue despite treatment for sleep apnea? How do you manage fatigue throughout the day? Any tips to share?...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesCoping