Tips for Studying as a Student Post SurgeryWhen I had my surgery for my sleep apnea I was about 16 years old at the time. So I was still...reactionscomments
My “Lifestyle” MisdiagnosisFor my entire 20s, my obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) went undiagnosed. This was despite my consistent daytime fatigue. I described my low...reactionscomments
Sleep and FibromyalgiaWhen I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia years after having insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome, I didn’t know how to feel...reactionscomments
Philips PAP Device Recall: Important Update for Summer 2022People still waiting for a repaired or replaced CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine in the wake of the Philips PAP device...reactions2comments
SLEEP 2022 – A Patient PerspectiveI recently had the chance to attend a huge sleep conference run by the Sleep Research Society and the American Academy of...reactions2comments
Ugh…. Another Sleepless Night Without My CPAP!I realize this is not a community-specific for insomnia. But I'm quite sure I'm not alone with having both conditions of sleep...reactions1comment
What Is Aerophagia?If you are a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) user, you probably have experienced this. So what is it? Have you woken...reactions1comment
Difficulties With Sleep ApneaThere are a lot of difficulties while living with sleep apnea. These difficulties don’t just fall on us, but our entire families...reactions1comment
Mask Wipes Help With LeaksLiving with greasy skin can become an annoyance. Throughout the day I am constantly washing my face. It seems to be a...reactions1comment
Do I Take My CPAP or Do I Leave It?This used to be 1 of the hardest things for me to decide. A few years back I had business trips that...reactions1comment
I Have OSA and a Snoring HubbyLast year I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). I don’t know how long I have had OSA or what the...reactions1comment
Just WonderingI was sitting here today trying to remember life before sleep apnea. For me personally, after getting diagnosed not a lot has...reactions1comment
At a Crossroads – Time for a New CPAPI haven’t written about my sleep apnea in a while because I haven’t had much to tell. It has felt like I...reactions1comment
My Realization About Sleep ApneaI had to come to terms with a lot of things in regard to sleep apnea. Having other health conditions like migraines...reactions2comments
Is Everyone With Sleep Apnea Sleepy During the Day?After being diagnosed with sleep apnea, I began researching the condition on my own. The majority of the reason for this is...reactions1comment
Hold On to That Old MaskI am 1 of those people who don’t like clutter. When I’m finished using something I’ll throw it away. In the early...reactions1comment
What Is a Sleep Specialist?The term sleep specialist seems pretty specific: a professional person who specializes in sleep medicine. However, the term describes more than just...reactions1comment
Advocating for YourselfIt’s a journey trying to stay consistent with CPAP. One thing that has helped is finding the right doctor. I remember when...reactions1comment
What I Wish I Could Tell My Past SelfBeing a teenager and having sleep apnea is not a good mix. For one thing, you’re already so self-conscious that being told...reactions1comment
You Don’t Have Your What?!When I got my sleep apnea surgery, I had 3 things taken out. My tonsils, adenoids, and uvula. That last 1 always...reactions1comment
