How Hyperhidrosis Impacts My CPAP Mask ComfortAs the winter turns to spring and summer, I get a lump in my stomach as I have to face another condition that compounds my sleep apnea stress. When winter...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Go-Go Gadget Watch: My New Tech Gadget Monitors SleepI have been diagnosed with heart issues. Sometimes parts of my heart beat out of order and I get tachycardia frequently. According to the cardiopulmonary specialist, I am quite sensitive...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Backpacking With a CPAPLast August I spent 10 days in Croatia with only my backpack and my CPAP case. I planned out my itinerary to include 3 different cities, with ferry and bus...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
I Don’t Think Anybody’s Going to NoticeGoing 1 night without using my CPAP for my obstructive sleep apnea was no big deal. I really didn't notice any difference. I was able to get up and do...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 that you have something wrong with you isn’t...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Symptom That Led to My Sleep Apnea DiagnosisThere are several different symptoms that are common for people that suffer from sleep apnea that lead to a diagnosis. Some of these, such as feeling tired or snoring, are...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Has Treating Sleep Apnea Improved Your Life?Sleep apnea can profoundly impact your life. Pauses in breathing throughout the sleep cycle take a toll. You may constantly feel tired, irritable, and unproductive. Sleep apnea affects around 25...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Life Before My DiagnosisI think it’s human nature when we ponder the "what if’s." Anytime we are faced with a medical diagnosis, we can find ourselves wondering "what if" I didn’t have this...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sleep Regimen for Sleep ApneaInsomnia makes using the CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure machine, 10 times harder. Nothing is worse than lying with air blowing in your face for hours while you're wide...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Husband Working 9 to 5 Would Make Living With OSA EasierI have spoken about some of the challenges I face living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and insomnia. I haven’t really spoken much about how my husband's shift work affects...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How to Safely Use Menthol When You Use CPAPWhether you have a head cold or allergies, or live with chronic congestion, you’ve likely found aromatic products like menthol helpful for clearing your sinus and nasal passages. The bright...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Common Sleep Apnea Problems and How I Dealt with ThemI have lived with sleep apnea for several years now, and along my journey have run into several problems that you may or may not have faced yourself. The purpose...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
We’re Not LazyBefore I was diagnosed with sleep apnea I felt the stigma that I was just lazy. The lack of restful sleep caused a list of negative side effects. Waking up late...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
3 Signs for Replacing Your CPAP Face CushionI lost track of the last time I changed out my mask. My memory is horrible, but I found 3 ways to know when it’s time to replace your CPAP...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for a Restful Night's SleepIt can be hard trying to get a restful night's sleep. Especially if you're suffering from sleep apnea. Here are some tips that I have found over the years that...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
I Can’t Stand My CPAP! What Can I Do?Your life changes dramatically when you bring home your new mask and CPAP machine. You probably will not feel comfortable with this equipment, and like many people, feel like quitting...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Still Waiting on My New CPAP MachineMy last article Why CPAP, Why? was about my CPAP being on the recall list and the black specks and toxic fumes now coming out of it which left it...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Sleep Is Essential to a Healthy Immune SystemYou’ve heard the term “sick and tired.” It exists because poor health leaves us feeling both ways. The connection between sleep and the immune system may seem complex, but you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Sleep Study Retest ExperienceEvery time I mention to someone I'm going for a sleep study, I get asked why. For me the answer is obvious. It's been over 6 years since I started...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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