What Is the Social Health Network?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...reactionscomments
Fibromyalgia, Insomnia, and SleepI feel like this is a never-ending cycle when managing my sleep apnea, insomnia, and fibromyalgia. I slept horribly yesterday. On a good night, my average events per hour are...reactions2comments
Building Better Sleep HabitsI admit I have taken sleep for granted. Sleep was a simple thing when I was younger, especially in college. I could run on little to no sleep. I would...reactions3comments
My Spouse Has Sleep Apnea and Now We Both Need CPAPsI was diagnosed with sleep apnea 7 years ago. How do I remember it was 7 years ago? It was the first time I slept away from our new house, which...reactionscomments
Sleep Apnea Surgery? I'm Keeping My Turbinates, ThanksI admit that the fear of surgery has prevented me from pursuing some obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment options. Ironically, I’ve had a significant cosmetic procedure in the past –...reactionscomments
CPAP Water Reservoirs: What I Wish I Had KnownFor months, I have been going without my CPAP machine because of a gaseous odor it was giving off. At last, my CPAP supplies provider finally had a loaner machine. They...reactions1comment
6 Tips for New CPAP UsersAs a new CPAP user, you might feel overwhelmed when you get your machine home. Here are some tips for new users to make the process of using a CPAP...reactions1comment
Using a CPAP and Solving My Problem With Dry EyesI celebrate every night that I'm able to use my CPAP. However, last week I started waking up with my eyes red, irritated, and dry. Initially, I wasn't sure what...reactions2comments
Let’s Talk About Sex: How Can Sleep Apnea Impact Sexual Health?The impact on sexual health is one aspect of living with sleep apnea no one talks about. Decreased libido and erectile dysfunction are problems that really affect the intimacy of our...reactionscomments
Talking About Sleep Apnea With an ENT DoctorI have been trying to pursue answers for my obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It hasn’t been easy as a second sleep study, a more comprehensive one, has yet to be...reactionscomments
Sleep Apnea, CPAP Cleaning, and COVID-19Earlier, I was still recovering from having hernia surgery. But it has now been a full month. Or so I thought!! Worse than ever, I just wanted to sleep. Faithfully, I was...reactionscomments
Sleep Studies: 10 Myths and Legends, DebunkedFearing the unknown breeds myths and legends. That includes what to expect during a sleep test for some disorders like sleep apnea. Relax! Here are 10 sleep study myths debunked...reactions1comment
How I Manage Sleep Apnea With Diet and Lifestyle ChangesSleep apnea can cause your life to change in different ways. Over the past few years since my diagnosis, I’ve changed my life around by making some changes. Here’s what...reactions1comment
New CPAP, New ProblemsJust when I thought I had gotten used to CPAP, my new continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine arrives on the scene. I've actually been treating my severe obstructive sleep...reactionscomments
Sourcing a CPAP for CashWhen my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine started acting up, I had to get a new prescription (Rx) in order to get a replacement machine. Once I had the...reactionscomments
Protecting Your Hair With a CPAPHave you ever woken up with your hair plastered to your head after sleeping with your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine? Or have you experienced thinning or breaking in...reactions7comments
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 so. Every day, I seem to find a...reactionscomments
Our Experience With CPAP Insurance and Copay DifferencesI've been using my CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine for 7 years now. Well, 6 years; I haven't been able to use my machine this entire year. Hopefully, that...reactionscomments
I Expected a Productive Sunday but Sleep Apnea Had Other PlansEver since starting CPAP therapy for obstructive sleep apnea about 2 years ago, I have had a significant positive change in my excessive daytime sleepiness. I consider myself to be...reactionscomments
Meanwhile in Canada, the Wait for CPAP Is Over!I'm used to waiting for non-urgent medical services here in Canada. So it was no surprise to me the process I had to go through when I requested to update...reactionscomments
