ASV: A Specialized Treatment for Central Sleep ApneaIf you’ve been diagnosed with central sleep apnea (CSA), you may be surprised to learn you won’t be using continuous positive airway...reactions12comments
Could Treating Sleep Apnea Be as Simple as Changing Positions?Most people think treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) only involves devices such as a PAP machine or oral devices. But for...reactionscomments
Will Insurance Cover My Sleep Apnea Treatment?If you have sleep apnea, will insurance cover your treatment? Sleep apnea is a disorder in which you briefly stop breathing over...reactions1comment
Choosing and Using the Right CPAP MaskIf it can save your life, why would you reject a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine? Well, there is the Darth...reactions9comments
Can Mouth Breathers Overcome CPAP Mask Leak?Mouth breathing can lead to multiple health problems. It can also creates challenges for people using PAP therapy. How might these folks...reactions7comments
Do I Have to Use My CPAP Humidifier?Users of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines know the drill — 4 steps every night: Did you know... Once upon a...reactions4comments
Mouth Taping and Sleep Apnea: What to Know Before TryingNoses play an important role in our respiratory system because they work to protect our airways and lungs. The nose warms, humidifies...reactions2comments
How to Conquer CPAP Leaks: Tips and TricksAny new positive airway pressure (PAP) user goes through a series of steps. After meeting with a specialist and getting your diagnosis...reactions1comment
Sticking With CPAPI’m 1 of the moderators on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net. Often, I come across quite a few comments from individuals saying they gave up on...reactions5comments
How Other Chronic Conditions Affect My Sleep ApneaI am new to the CPAP world. I have only had my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine for 8 months or...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Not All Water Is the Same When It Comes to CPAPTwo years ago, I went on a 10-day business trip to Arizona. I packed my CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine, something...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
Camping With Your PAP MachineMany people are like my dad; he loves to go out camping. Yet as a CPAP user, he has to haul his...reactionscomments
CPAP Mask and Equipment Cleaners: What Is Best?In my opinion, the absolute best cleaner for your mask and tubing is plain, mild soap and water. When it comes to...reactions2comments
Traveling With Your CPAPTraveling with your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine doesn’t have to be hard, but it does need to be done. Not...reactions2comments
Your Persistent Dry Mouth May Not Be CPAP RelatedPositive airway pressure (PAP) therapy and masks are frequently the first go-to culprit in everyone’s mind for why they have such a...reactions3comments
Sinus Problems or Dry Mouth With PAP? Blow Them Away With These TacticsSinus issues, sneezing, burning sensation in my nose – what's a PAP user to do? When I started my journey way back...reactions1comment
Tips for Dealing With ClaustrophobiaWho knew I would have issues with claustrophobia when I started my PAP (positive airway pressure) journey? Certainly not me. I was...reactions10comments
What Is CPAP Compliance?I’m sure the word "compliance" was brought up several times during your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine setup, and you may...reactionscomments
