Adjusting to Using a CPAP...Arguably, one of the worst parts of having sleep apnea is having to wear a CPAP every night for the rest of...reactionscomments
What Not to Do When Using CPAP...Thanks to the generosity of folks who’ve used CPAP for years, there are many great tips for new users getting to know...reactions3comments
Sleep Apnea and Limited Treatment Options...After getting my diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and restless legs syndrome (RLS) from the sleep clinic, the sleep doctor only...reactions5comments
Isela Nataly...Isela is a social worker living in Phoenix, Arizona. She was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea in 2021. With dual diagnoses of...
How Often Should You Update Your CPAP?...After switching suppliers, I've learned so much about when I need to replace my CPAP supplies – like the cushion should be...reactions5comments
How Do You Define a Good Night's Sleep?...What does it mean when you say you had a great night of sleep? I think that this question can be different...reactions1comment
Machines on back order...How do you deal with your CPAP being 2 months back ordered? Mine stopped working correctly and my doctor ordered a new...reactions3repliesCPAPCoping
Planning Ahead With Sleep Apnea: Surgery and Storms...On December 6th, 2021, I had surgery. Upon getting to the hospital that morning, while meeting with the anesthesiologist, I told him...reactions1comment
Tips for Battling Fatigue...Having sleep apnea can make you tired if left untreated. Or maybe you accidentally knocked your mask off during the middle of...reactions8comments
Recall Aftermath: Considering CPAP Alternatives...In the summer, Philips announced a huge recall of an estimated 3 to 4 million of their CPAP machines globally. As a...reactions9comments
Symptoms ever hit quickly or generally slow and gradual?...Can symptoms appear quickly seemingly out of nowhere or are they typically gradual to surface?...reactions1replySymptoms
How to Travel With Your CPAP...Traveling can be stressful, but it’s even more complicated if you have sleep apnea. This guide contains some tips that have helped...reactionscomments
My Journey With Surgery for Sleep Apnea...Surgery is never fun. I’ve never heard anyone say, “Oh boy, I can’t wait for my surgery tomorrow!” The only thing that...reactions6comments
Chronic Fatigue and Me...Chronic fatigue is something many people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) experience due to not being able to sleep properly...reactions1comment
Heated CPAP Tubing Versus CPAP Hose Covers...I was out of town with my CPAP when a foreign issue presented itself. I had drifted off to sleep, but about an...reactions3comments
My Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Treatment Story...Hello everyone, my name is Katelynn, and this is my first article for the sleep apnea community. Since it’s my first article...reactionscomments
The Importance of Pillows...I think everyone, whether they have sleep apnea or not, struggles to find the right pillow for their own body's needs. Would...reactions1comment
Gift Ideas for CPAP Users...How many t-shirts, sweaters, or socks can one person reasonably use? When I think back to past holidays, I recall receiving more gifts...reactionscomments
It’s OK to Hate Your CPAP Mask...I remember coming home from my sleep therapist session with my new CPAP machine and mask. There it was, the hoses, the...reactions12comments
Sleep Apnea and the Holidays...Have you heard of sleep apnea? This sleep disorder causes a person to stop breathing when sleeping. Sometimes a person will stop...reactions1comment
