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Posted on 5/7/21 at 10:56 am to Tic44
I got an APAP, similar to CPAP except its automated to release pressure when I exhale.
I hated it, couldn't sleep with it and got worse sleep with the machine than without. Doctor said machines aren't for everyone and my case is mild enough that if I was sleeping worse then to ditch it for the mouth guard.
Don't believe everyone that says the machine is great. I really had my hopes up for great sleep and averaged like 2 hours of sleep a night for an entire month trying to get used to it. The machine recorded hours. It was awful.
I hated it, couldn't sleep with it and got worse sleep with the machine than without. Doctor said machines aren't for everyone and my case is mild enough that if I was sleeping worse then to ditch it for the mouth guard.
Don't believe everyone that says the machine is great. I really had my hopes up for great sleep and averaged like 2 hours of sleep a night for an entire month trying to get used to it. The machine recorded hours. It was awful.
This post was edited on 5/7/21 at 10:57 am
Posted on 5/7/21 at 10:57 am to Tic44
I'm 6'0 and 175 lbs.....43 yr old
I just got a machine about a month ago. Takes a few days to get used to it, i do feel like i sleep better. haven't noticed life changing sleep like some.
My sleep test was done at home, the data showed i had 51 episodes per hour, which is considered severe and known to cause strokes. that was enough for me to want to wear that mask everynight.
I just got a machine about a month ago. Takes a few days to get used to it, i do feel like i sleep better. haven't noticed life changing sleep like some.
My sleep test was done at home, the data showed i had 51 episodes per hour, which is considered severe and known to cause strokes. that was enough for me to want to wear that mask everynight.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:00 am to schexyoung
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Machine damn near saved my life. You think it’s just for obese people, but it’s not. I hadn’t slept well in almost five years. Not overweight.
Not overweight, not overweight?
Or not overweight as the OT would define it?
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:03 am to tiggerthetooth
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It's still far more prevalent in obese people.
Well no shite, that doesn’t mean it can’t help.
Sure, when I go swimming Captain Ahab tries to harpoon me.
Sure I
“exceed the capacity of freight elevators”
Maybe I
“Attract passing meteors into my orbit.”
But I still want to sleep better.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:04 am to Oopskie
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My sleep test was done at home, the data showed i had 51 episodes per hour, which is considered severe and known to cause strokes. that was enough for me to want to wear that mask everynight.
What made you get a test done? Were you just sleeping bad and knew you were waking up?
I'm not the best sleeper but never snore or anything, wondering if I need the test.
This post was edited on 5/7/21 at 11:13 am
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:05 am to Mingo Was His NameO
quote:Are you short, short?
Mingo Was His NameO
Or short like normal people define it?
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:05 am to Tic44
I have it. My sleep study said my O2 levels dropped to 79% and I averaged stopping breathing 52 times an hour while I was sleeping.
It’s made a huge difference. I have more energy through the day and don’t have to take an hour nap every day after work like I used to.
It’s made a huge difference. I have more energy through the day and don’t have to take an hour nap every day after work like I used to.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:08 am to SG_Geaux
100% degree with SG_Geaux. I weigh 135 lbs and before I started sleeping with a CPAP machine I was stopping breathing on average 27 times per hour (according to sleep study). Like this poster, it has been life changing. I did not realize how bad I was feeling until I felt good after my first good night sleep in my life.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:10 am to Tic44
There are a myriad of factors that contribute to sleep apnea. If you have been diagnosed with it use the appropriate treatment to address it. You are literally losing years on your life.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:10 am to Tic44
Do the home test much better than going to sleep center.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:12 am to Wolfhound45
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You are literally losing years on your life.
I'm a goner before too long then old lady has been saying I have it for years, and I usually have a few adult beverages each evening
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:16 am to Wolfhound45
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Are you short, short?
Or short like normal people define it?
A little bit of both
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:18 am to Mingo Was His NameO
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A little bit of both
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:25 am to Tic44
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Have anyone of you had this?
I'm pretty sure I have this, I gained the Covid 19 and now find myself falling asleep while working.
If I get in my recliner (no matter what time of day) forget about it, I'm out.
I think you can do the sleep study at home but your Dr has to request it
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:28 am to watsonsdaddy
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100% degree with SG_Geaux.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:29 am to Tic44
I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea in 2011 and have been on machines for the better part of 10 years. I found it very difficult to adapt to a CPAP and after several years of stress I switched to an AUTO PAP OR APAP which I found very beneficial for me. If you are diagnosed with sleep apnea I would suggest you inquired about getting an AUTO PAP. Following is a definitional explanation of the difference between a CPAP and an AUTOPAP----"While CPAP delivers one continuous pressure level of air, APAP automatically adjusts to meet each specific person's breathing needs, which often change throughout the night as we move in and out of different stages of sleep."
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:32 am to Winston Cup
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what kind of machine do you use?
took me a couple weeks to get used to breathing through my nose with the little pillows but now its freaking awesome. especially in the winter when the air dries out. all i ever need to add is cheap distilled water.
perfect humidity-level air into my lungs every night.
This post was edited on 5/7/21 at 11:35 am
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:32 am to Tic44
I got the machine about a year ago and didn't realize how much it improved the quality of my sleep until I quit using it a few months ago. I'll never quit using it again.
Posted on 5/7/21 at 11:33 am to Tic44
Yep. I have a CPAP and it mad a huge difference for me when it came to having energy during the day. I wake up less during the night and feel reenergized when I wake up.
I am 5'8 175. My doctor said that its not always weigh issues that can cause it.
I am 5'8 175. My doctor said that its not always weigh issues that can cause it.
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