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...reactions9comments
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
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions22repliesCPAP
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...
Tips for Choosing the Right Sleep Center...Has your doctor decided you need a sleep study for your sleep disorder? Are you not sure about where you should go?...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Hardest Thing About Living With Sleep Apnea...Living with sleep apnea presents many different challenges. Exhaustion, fear, and frustration are just some of the hardships that come with this...reactions1comment
Down the Sleep Apnea Rabbit Hole: Mental Health...There's a kind of rabbit hole we can fall in when we begin to learn about an ongoing (chronic) health condition. Obstructive sleep...reactions2comments
What Causes Peripheral Artery Disease?...When a person has peripheral artery disease (PAD) it means their limbs are not getting enough blood flow. This is because their...reactionscomments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?...Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot. It develops deep inside veins that have slower blood flow. They generally form in...reactionscomments
What Are the Early Signs and Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease?...Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the main cause of death in the United...reactionscomments
What Is the Most Common Symptom of Peripheral Artery Disease?...When a person has peripheral artery disease (PAD), it means their limbs are not getting enough blood flow. This results from their...reactionscomments