I Have OSA and a Snoring Hubby...Last year I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). I don’t know how long I have had OSA or what the...reactions1comment
Just Wondering...I was sitting here today trying to remember life before sleep apnea. For me personally, after getting diagnosed not a lot has...reactions1comment
inspire...Hi. I have had several sleep studies through the past 4 years and now I have been diagnosed with moderate sleep apnea...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Waiting for CPAP machine...How long does it take to get a machine??? I’ve bee waiting since February for mine even tho I was diagnosed with...reactions1replyCPAP
Tips and Advice...What is one thing you wish you had known when you first started using your CPAP?...reactions11repliesTips & Advice
What Is CPAP Rainout and How Can I Prevent It?...Using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine is the gold standard treatment for sleep apnea. Proper use of the machine can...reactions3comments
At a Crossroads – Time for a New CPAP...I haven’t written about my sleep apnea in a while because I haven’t had much to tell. It has felt like I...reactions1comment
A Tad Concerned Over Closed Eye EEG Results...Hello one and all. My closed eye EEG strobe light results revealed: "Posterior background activity consists of 9.0-9.5 cycle/sec unresponsive to eyes...reactions2repliesCopingHealthcare TeamDiagnosis
My Realization About Sleep Apnea...I had to come to terms with a lot of things in regard to sleep apnea. Having other health conditions like migraines...reactions2comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards Program...Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactions1comment
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
Sleeping With Cats...I am a professional cat sitter, and I have sleep apnea. I travel with my CPAP machine to other people's houses. I...reactions7comments
Hold On to That Old Mask...I 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
Dealing With Sleep Apnea When You’re Sick...It’s bad enough living with sleep apnea, but it can be a lot worse when you’re not feeling well. April was a...reactionscomments
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 Yourself...It’s a journey trying to stay consistent with CPAP. One thing that has helped is finding the right doctor. I remember when...reactions1comment
Face mask, claustrophobia, and discomfort...Hi everyone, I’m 32 years old and was recently diagnosed with chronic obstructive sleep apnea. Like many of us, I also contend...reactions1replyCPAP
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
Who’s Who in the Sleep Clinic?...If you’re going to participate in a sleep study, you may encounter more than one person working at a clinic, and several...reactions1comment
How Hyperhidrosis Impacts My CPAP Mask Comfort...As the winter turns to spring and summer, I get a lump in my stomach as I have to face another condition...reactions1comment
