CPAP and the Common ColdToday I wanted to talk about having a common cold and using a CPAP. If you are like me and have dealt with...reactions1comment
Best Places You Can Buy CPAP Supplies, Parts, and SparesOnce you’re diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you’ll be prescribed treatment – most likely a form of positive airway pressure (PAP)...reactions5comments
Nostril Breathing for Better HealthSo many people who suffer from sleep apnea also breathe through their mouth. I have been a mouth breather since childhood. It...reactions6comments
CPAP and NapsI am now 3 months in to using my CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine every night and I still wake up...reactions5comments
Heated CPAP Tubing Versus CPAP Hose CoversI was out of town with my CPAP when a foreign issue presented itself. I had drifted off to sleep, but about an...reactions3comments
Making the Most of Your CPAP Machine Comfort SettingsDuring your initial meeting with the sleep specialist, they typically go over the basics of how to use your continuous positive airway...reactions7comments
What to Do With a Used CPAP MachineAfter 5 years of using a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine, insurance will typically replace your device. Having a device that...reactions1comment
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
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
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
