sleep apnea
#61
I have sleep apnea myself and my husband actually suffers from Narcolepsy so we both us a CPAP machine. Use of the machine has made both of our lives much easier. It is a small inconvenience for the greater good that it provides.
We joke that should a burgler come into our bedroom they would be frightened off because he would see 2 "aliens"!!!!!
We joke that should a burgler come into our bedroom they would be frightened off because he would see 2 "aliens"!!!!!
#62
Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Nova Scotia Canada
Posts: 171
I have been using a CPAP for 16 years and have had much success. The key is to find a mask that fits properly and doesn't leak. Unfortunately, I am a restless sleeper and move lots, so finding the right mask has proved difficult. There are many new and innovative masks and machines available now, so try them until you find one that's right for you. Most suppliers have rental masks that they will let you try for a week (no charge) until you find the one that suits you.
There is also a specialty dental appliance available that is supposed to stop sleep apnea by moving the bottom jaw forward. I spent $2500.00 to have one designed/made thinking it would be more comfortable and provide more freedom - it did absolutely nothing and was painful. In my opinion, you should stay with the CPAP, as recommended.
There is also a specialty dental appliance available that is supposed to stop sleep apnea by moving the bottom jaw forward. I spent $2500.00 to have one designed/made thinking it would be more comfortable and provide more freedom - it did absolutely nothing and was painful. In my opinion, you should stay with the CPAP, as recommended.
#63
Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Posts: 136
I have had sleep apnea and used a machine for over 10 years. I don't use a cpap though I use a bypap as I have a hard time exhaling with the cpap. I also use just the nasal pillow as I couldn't get used to the mask covering my nose and mouth. I take mine on vacation with me and even camping. We bought a Dc cord to interchange with the AC cord and it doesn't use very much power to run from the battery.
#67
Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: LEESBURG, FL
Posts: 19
I have used one for 15 yrs. I kid my husband and tell him that if I had to choose.......he'd be in BIG trouble! I was so severe that I never had an issue. I use the mask that covers my nose. Good luck...it's worth the effort.
#70
Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Arkansas
Posts: 359
You are giving me ideas for my next retreat!!!
I appreciate this thread because some people might be embarrassed about having to wear a machine at night and this helps bring it to light that it's really not a big deal.
I appreciate this thread because some people might be embarrassed about having to wear a machine at night and this helps bring it to light that it's really not a big deal.
Originally Posted by LyndaK
Three women at quilt retreat, all sharing a room, all with CPAP machines.......First of all, the hilarity of finding electrical outlets for all of us....We were under beds, snaking cords everywhere......Then, the next morning, we three were in the hall, in our rigs, singing Skin-A-Ma-Rinky-Dink in our jammies, while twirling our hoses......cracked up the rest of the retreaters........and we found out that several more of the ladies had their machines with them.
I've been a "hose-head" <G> for 2 years now and don't regret a minute of it. My blood pressure dropped 15 points after I started on CPAP....I was headed for a stroke........
I've been a "hose-head" <G> for 2 years now and don't regret a minute of it. My blood pressure dropped 15 points after I started on CPAP....I was headed for a stroke........
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