Originally Posted by crafty_linda_b
Jan when I had my surgery last year. I didn't wake up for nearly 8 hours after it. They had told my DH I would be done with the surgery and recovery in about 2 1/2 hours. They finally had to give me a shot to wake me up. The RT guy told me while I was "out" he was watching me sleep and that I did indeed stop breathing on several occasions and he shook me to get me breathing again. He suggested that I go for the sleep apnea test but I haven't done so as yet. My DD had it done last month as a pre-op test. She is scheduled for surgery on Sept 23 for a deviated septum in her nose. DR told her she might have to get the CPAP machine after this surgery if her breathing doesn't improve. She has had asthma since birth and it now 38 years old. I hope the surgery helps her. I hope you are feeling better soon. Take care...crafty_linda_b
Please stop ignoring the good advice you got, and get checked. Having undiagnosed sleep apnea puts a strain on your heart and can lead to long term health problems and your early demise.
Yes, I have sleep apnea, diagnosed in 2004 - I sleep with a full face mask, as a nose one just didn't suit me. I slept with my mouth open instead! Yes, it didn't instantly make me feel better, but within a week or two, I was convinced, so please persevere.