Life Before My Diagnosis...I think it’s human nature when we ponder the "what if’s." Anytime we are faced with a medical diagnosis, we can find...reactions1comment
Sleep Regimen for Sleep Apnea...Insomnia makes using the CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure machine, 10 times harder. Nothing is worse than lying with air blowing...reactionscomments
Anxiety and CPAP...A very common problem I have when working in the sleep lab is dealing with anxious patients. It doesn't take much of...reactions5comments
What to Know About Philips CPAP and Ventilator Recall...Editor's Note: This article was updated on April 12, 2022. In June 2021, Philips Respironics announced a recall for many of its...reactionscomments
Husband Working 9 to 5 Would Make Living With OSA Easier...I have spoken about some of the challenges I face living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and insomnia. I haven’t really spoken...reactions2comments
Mask Issues...When I was first diagnosed, I was issued a nasal pillow mask. I wore it faithfully for about 2 months, but the...reactionscomments
Common Sleep Apnea Problems and How I Dealt with Them...I have lived with sleep apnea for several years now, and along my journey have run into several problems that you may...reactionscomments
Christopher Gehrke...Chris was previously an advocate on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net. Chris lives in Strawberry Plains, TN, and was diagnosed with sleep apnea in 2012. He...
We’re Not Lazy...Before I was diagnosed with sleep apnea I felt the stigma that I was just lazy. The lack of restful sleep caused...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Hardest Thing About Sleeping With CPAP...Learning to comfortably sleep with a mask on your face is no easy task. However, for many people, CPAP is truly the...reactionscomments
Community Views: Advice for Those Newly Diagnosed With Sleep Apnea...Untreated sleep apnea can make mornings – and much of the day – a struggle. Getting diagnosed is a powerful first step...reactions1comment
3 Signs for Replacing Your CPAP Face Cushion...I lost track of the last time I changed out my mask. My memory is horrible, but I found 3 ways to...reactionscomments
Tips for a Restful Night's Sleep...It can be hard trying to get a restful night's sleep. Especially if you're suffering from sleep apnea. Here are some tips...reactions2comments
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
Sleep Hygiene for Healthy Sleep...When you hear the words sleep hygiene, do you think of clean sheets? If so, you are not wrong, but sleep hygiene...
Still Waiting on My New CPAP Machine...My last article Why CPAP, Why? was about my CPAP being on the recall list and the black specks and toxic fumes...reactions3comments
Stacy Erickson Edwards...Stacy was previously an advocate on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net. Stacy Erickson Edwards is a sleep disorders advocate living in Seattle with her husband, young...
Sleep Is Essential to a Healthy Immune System...You’ve heard the term “sick and tired.” It exists because poor health leaves us feeling both ways. The connection between sleep and...reactionscomments
My Experience With Heated CPAP Tubes...Sleep and I have an elusive relationship and using my CPAP has provided a long list of never-ending issues. One of the...reactionscomments
