Favorite Mask...I have had sleep apnea for about 10 years: I have been on a bipap the whole time--- my favorite mask is the nasal pillows; my spouse is also on...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCPAP
Weight Loss...I've lost 40lbs. Should I be retested and is there a possibility I might be able to do away with the mask all together?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
How Do You Know When It's Time to Change Your CPAP Supplies?...For many, just using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a challenge. For others, the mask may fit, and the pressure may be good as Goldilocks (“just right”). Still, in...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tips for Better Sleep...When it comes to sleep apnea, getting a good night's sleep can be a pain. Before diagnosis, I don’t think there was any way I had a good night's sleep...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I use a SoClean daily and usually wipe down my pillows mask with alcohol pads at night. After each day's cleaning I leave both the SoClean machine and my water......Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCPAP Cleaning
I have sleep apnea, but am unable to use the cpap because have also lost both upper lung lobes to lung cancer. Even on the lowest setting, I have a......Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCPAP
Nightly Events Issues...My events counts are inconsistant going from as low as .6/hr one night to 7.5 the next night, despite no noticeable change in the equipment or my routine from night...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCPAP
Where Do I Start? How to Share Your Sleep Apnea Story...“I want to share my story, but don’t know how to start…” If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. We’ve heard people say this quite often in the sleep...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Trial and Error With CPAP Masks...I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea for more than 20 years. At that time I’ve had many different masks. The first machine and equipment were given to me by...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Has anyone had problems with your ears popping while using the CPAP machine?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCPAP
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, but it can leave some people wondering what...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sleep Tests 101: Polysomnography...I hope for your sake you haven’t been through every type of sleep test. I haven’t been through one yet, which multiple patients have told me I should before conducting...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sleep Apnea and Its Consequences...He snores. Do you give him a nudge so that he rolls over and quits snoring? She snorts with her snores. Do you shake her shoulder a bit and ask...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Choosing the Right CPAP Mask...When I was first diagnosed with sleep apnea, I had to go to a medical supply store to pick up my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine and try out...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Where Can I Buy CPAP Supplies?...Choosing where and how to buy a CPAP machine and supplies can feel overwhelming. However, there are lots of options that may make the process easier. The 3 most common...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Can’t sleep with CPAP...Hi Ron, I have similar problems. My mask isn’t comfortable and doesn’t seal right, even with the sleep specialist adjusting it. He changed it a number of times too. I...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesCPAP
Plan for Uninterrupted CPAP Usage During a Disaster...Three years ago, I participated in a national effort by the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA) to unite Hurricane Harvey victims with new continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines. The...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Take the Connected Health Survey!...In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we use connected health technology to track symptoms, monitor...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dating With Sleep Apnea...One of the most difficult parts of sleep apnea is dating. I was fortunate enough to have been diagnosed with sleep apnea once I was in a relationship with my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Emma Cooksey...Emma was previously a health leader on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net. Emma Cooksey was initially diagnosed with Sleep Apnea in 2008, at the age of 30. Now, with hindsight, she thinks her Sleep...
