How Reducing My Alcohol Consumption Impacted My Sleep ApneaLast year, I went out with some friends, and we rented some cabins for a late fall camping trip. Cabin rental is ideal as they often have power hookups, and... By Brian Lamacraft2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Using the MyAir App to Manage Sleep ApneaI started using the myAir app with my new ResMed AirSense 11 in July 2023 to treat my severe obstructive sleep apnea. At first, I was very interested in seeing... By Vashanti Ganesh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
What Pisses You Off the Most About Sleep Apnea?It is frustrating to not be able to get a good night’s rest after a tiresome day. Dealing with sleep apnea is not only stressful because of the symptoms –... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
CPAP Mask and AcneUsing my CPAP full time, I started to notice that I would wake up with the marks all over my face from the CPAP that would last for hours. Next... By Brittany Washington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How to Manage Sleep Apnea in the SummerDuring the summer months when it gets hot and uncomfortable, we often have trouble sleeping. This is a lot worse when you need to sleep with a mask on your... By Brian Lamacraft2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Migraines, Sleep Loss, and Sleep Apnea – Understanding the LinkBack when I was diagnosed with sleep apnea, I never made a connection to my migraines. I always treated them as 2 separate conditions that didn’t affect each other. I... By Brittany Washington4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Tips on Avoiding HeadachesHeadaches may be a common side effect of sleep apnea. Before I started using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, I would get the occasional headache. Luckily it was... By Mike Noon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When You and Your Spouse Both Have Sleep ApneaFrom the beginning of our marriage, my husband and I both agreed that we were both adults. We don't tell each other what to do and when to do it... By Sally Farrier3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Top 5 Calming Techniques for Anxiety About Sleep ApneaWhenever you have a health condition like sleep apnea, you may face anxiety and fear, it’s not easy to deal with these problems, but there are ways to calm yourself... By Brian Lamacraft3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why My Mental Health Is ParamountMy first introduction to mental health would have been when I was 5 or 6 years old. My parents had enrolled my older sister and me in a youth group... By Ray Li3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Journey With CPAP Mouth Breathing and Dental IssuesTo be honest, I haven’t been to the dentist in a long time. I had several baby teeth and wisdom teeth that they wanted to pull all at the same... By Brittany Washington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Positive Thoughts and Better Sleep TherapyWhen we get a health diagnosis, we often default to a negative mindset. This is understandable and normal. A health issue can be frightening, and you probably don’t even have... By Brian Lamacraft2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Using a CPAP Mask While Having Neck IssuesHaving sleep apnea and using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine with a mask is hard enough for the average person to get used to. Having other issues in... By Sally Farrier3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Having a Caretaker Assist With My CPAP TherapySleep apnea is 1 of the health conditions that I deal with. This is something I have written about. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is another condition that I deal with... By Mike Noon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Sleep Study FiascoI have already had 1 sleep study experience and that showed that I have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as well as restless legs syndrome (RLS). A sleep study was ordered... By Ray Li3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Skincare Routine to Ensure a Good CPAP Mask SealSince I started using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine to treat my severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) 7 years ago, I've come a long way when it comes... By Vashanti Ganesh2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sleep Apnea and GriefGrief is defined by the Merriam-Webster Dictionary as “deep and poignant distress caused by or as if by bereavement” or “a cause of such suffering.”1 I think the simplest way... By Isela Nataly4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Review of Friska Nightly Reboot Digestive Enzyme and Probiotics SupplementIt’s 5:49 AM and I’m wide awake. I laid here all night with my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine on, but my mind and body were wide awake. When... By Brittany Washington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Proper Face Care When Wearing a CPAP MaskCPAP masks can cause a lot of problems and some of these include trap issues, skin problems, or improper fit. Here are a few suggestions for dealing with your CPAP... By Brian Lamacraft2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Tips for Coping With Jet Lag as a CPAP UserIt's been quite a few years since I've experienced jet lag while treating my sleep apnea with a continuous positive airway (CPAP) machine. That is, until recently when I traveled... By Vashanti Ganesh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments