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Who here uses a CPAP machine?
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:23 pm
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:23 pm
For a few years now, I've been tired during the day. For as long as I can remember, I occasionally wake up gasping or feeling like I'm choking. But recently it seems to have gotten worse.
I had an at home sleep study done, and was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea.
Before I continue, let me get this out the way for the Mingos of the board
-I'm not fat
-I do not have to lose weight
-Sleep Apnea is not something that only impacts fat people
-Anyone who claims I'm fat or out of shape, I will gladly challenge you to a lifting challenge
Now that that's out the way, I have a few questions.
I was fitting this morning for the mask and machine.
I tried wearing it for a while at work to get used to it, and if felt weird. Not uncomfortable, just strange.
Did you find at first that the positive pressure made exhaling a little difficult?
How long did it take you to get used to the mask and machine?
How long did it take to notice your sleep has gotten better?
What kind of mask do you use?
I had an at home sleep study done, and was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea.
Before I continue, let me get this out the way for the Mingos of the board
-I'm not fat
-I do not have to lose weight
-Sleep Apnea is not something that only impacts fat people
-Anyone who claims I'm fat or out of shape, I will gladly challenge you to a lifting challenge
Now that that's out the way, I have a few questions.
I was fitting this morning for the mask and machine.
I tried wearing it for a while at work to get used to it, and if felt weird. Not uncomfortable, just strange.
Did you find at first that the positive pressure made exhaling a little difficult?
How long did it take you to get used to the mask and machine?
How long did it take to notice your sleep has gotten better?
What kind of mask do you use?
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Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:28 pm to boxcarbarney
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Anyone who claims I'm fat or out of shape, I will gladly challenge you to a lifting challenge
That doesn’t mean you aren’t fat, to be fair. Eddie Hall is fat
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:30 pm to Mingo Was His NameO
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Mingo Was His NameO
Now that Dipshit Supreme has chimed in, and we've gotten that out the way, anyone else?
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:31 pm to boxcarbarney
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Now that Dipshit Supreme has chimed in, and we've gotten that out the way, anyone else?
Increase your metabolic capacity and see if the problem persists?
OF COURSE sleep apnea naturally impact people, but it’s pretty rare
Edit: I can only assume that you didn’t list your height and weight for a reason. I’m happy to be wrong
This post was edited on 12/26/24 at 1:33 pm
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:44 pm to Mingo Was His NameO
I really don't know why they keep letting you back in here. You add absolutely nothing to any discourse you decide to insert yourself into.
Being a condescending arse on the OT is allowed, and probably encouraged. But I always felt like we were a little more serious and cordial on the H&F board.
I didn't list my height and weight because it isn't pertinent to my questions. And even if I was fat, telling me to lose weight doesn't help with the immediate issues I'm having. As in, yes fat people should lose weight to be in better health, but the prescribed medial equipment will help them live a better life until the weight is lost.
"Increase your metabolic capacity" What a tone deaf and insufferable response.
Since you're the paragon of human fitness and health, you probably have no experience sleep apnea or a CPAP machine. So feel free to go away. Thanks.
Being a condescending arse on the OT is allowed, and probably encouraged. But I always felt like we were a little more serious and cordial on the H&F board.
I didn't list my height and weight because it isn't pertinent to my questions. And even if I was fat, telling me to lose weight doesn't help with the immediate issues I'm having. As in, yes fat people should lose weight to be in better health, but the prescribed medial equipment will help them live a better life until the weight is lost.
"Increase your metabolic capacity" What a tone deaf and insufferable response.
Since you're the paragon of human fitness and health, you probably have no experience sleep apnea or a CPAP machine. So feel free to go away. Thanks.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:49 pm to boxcarbarney
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I didn't list my height and weight because it isn't pertinent to my questions.
Of course it is
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And even if I was fat, telling me to lose weight doesn't help with the immediate issues I'm having.
Of course it does
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"Increase your metabolic capacity" What a tone deaf and insufferable response.
It’s not, it’s just not the one you want to hear
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:50 pm to Mingo Was His NameO
Fine. I'm a disgusting fatbody and should be shamed into losing weight. Congratulations. You've won. Now please go away.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:51 pm to boxcarbarney
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I'm a disgusting fatbody and should be shamed into losing weight
We have no idea if that is true.
The only thing I do know if you put a million qualifiers in your OP to get the advice you want to hear. Just use the fricking CPAP if you want to use it.
But you likely wouldn’t need it if you would take the advice you need to hear instead of what you want to hear.
I don’t know what you want anyone to tell you
Posted on 12/26/24 at 1:54 pm to Mingo Was His NameO
Jesus. fricking go away.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 2:37 pm to boxcarbarney
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Did you find at first that the positive pressure made exhaling a little difficult?
How long did it take you to get used to the mask and machine?
How long did it take to notice your sleep has gotten better?
What kind of mask do you use?
1. It was little weird at first in the exhale .
2 and 3. Immediately. I had gone so long without real sleep, that is actually slept great during the study
4. I use a nasal mask
Posted on 12/26/24 at 3:05 pm to boxcarbarney
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Did you find at first that the positive pressure made exhaling a little difficult?
How long did it take you to get used to the mask and machine?
How long did it take to notice your sleep has gotten better?
What kind of mask do you use?
Just started my CPAP journey....less than 5 nights. SO far, I gotta say - - yes, I am sleeping better and more rested. I am not waking up to go pee twice a night ( Your body will do this to wake you up when you aren't breathing)
I took to it right away with zero problems, but I may be an anomoly. I am a scuba diver so the pressure isn't much different than when i have my regulator in my mouth and am underwater for 60-80 minutes at a time. I have sinus congestion so my mask is mouth only,
As ugly as these things are - - - I gotta admit. So far I see improvement. Good luck
Posted on 12/26/24 at 3:14 pm to boxcarbarney
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How long did it take to notice your sleep has gotten better?
I have used a CPAP machine for a long time. The difference in the way you will feel is night and day and immediate.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 3:24 pm to Brisketeer
Thanks for the positive responses guys. I'll probably wear the mask tonight while I'm reading an hour or so before I go to bed. Hopefully that'll help ease me into wearing the thing.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 4:47 pm to boxcarbarney
Close to 2 years now. I was overweight 6ft 250# and now I am 6ft 210# .
My sleep scores from my Garmin are shitty when I don’t wear it even at my lower weight I’m 48yrs old.
It took me a while to get used to it and sometimes I take it off an hour or two before I wake up, but my sleep is better when it’s on.
I tried the full mask and didn’t like it and now use a nose pillow. Try several and keep at it because it’s worth it.
My sleep scores from my Garmin are shitty when I don’t wear it even at my lower weight I’m 48yrs old.
It took me a while to get used to it and sometimes I take it off an hour or two before I wake up, but my sleep is better when it’s on.
I tried the full mask and didn’t like it and now use a nose pillow. Try several and keep at it because it’s worth it.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 6:58 pm to boxcarbarney
Healthy BMI guy with sleep apnea chiming in.
It took me 6-9 months to get used to the machine. I had read stories of people being great after one night, but it was a huge adjustment for me. They initially set me up with a nasal pillow mask, but after trial and error, the full mask over mouth and nose work much better for me.
It took me 6-9 months to get used to the machine. I had read stories of people being great after one night, but it was a huge adjustment for me. They initially set me up with a nasal pillow mask, but after trial and error, the full mask over mouth and nose work much better for me.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 7:01 pm to BottomlandBrew
I’m overweight for sure
My dentist is the initial one who I discussed this with.. the couple times a week waking up gasping for air
I did the sleep study. Apnea. Not shocked.
I told her I wouldn’t wear the masks/nasal pillow but would wear the retainer that keeps the airway open. I’ve had braces twice and every dental device they make so that’s nothing for me
Took the molds and 3D scans and a few weeks tk get here but it has absolutely helped
Never wake up gasping anymore . A few nights I’ve beenin bed reading and fell asleep and didn’t put my mouthpiece in that night and woke up with an apnea induced headache
It’s helped me out tremendously.
My dentist is the initial one who I discussed this with.. the couple times a week waking up gasping for air
I did the sleep study. Apnea. Not shocked.
I told her I wouldn’t wear the masks/nasal pillow but would wear the retainer that keeps the airway open. I’ve had braces twice and every dental device they make so that’s nothing for me
Took the molds and 3D scans and a few weeks tk get here but it has absolutely helped
Never wake up gasping anymore . A few nights I’ve beenin bed reading and fell asleep and didn’t put my mouthpiece in that night and woke up with an apnea induced headache
It’s helped me out tremendously.
This post was edited on 12/26/24 at 7:02 pm
Posted on 12/26/24 at 8:33 pm to boxcarbarney
Although most people with sleep apnea are heavy , this is not always the case . If your larynx is located more cephalad ( towards the top of your head ) , or your airway anatomy regarding attachment of the tongue / palate /lower jaw anatomy is different you can obstruct while sleeping . Experiment with the different devices available . You will find something that works for you . It will be worth it not to have daytime sleepiness and hypertension which can result from untreated sleep apnea . Best wishes !
Posted on 12/26/24 at 9:33 pm to boxcarbarney
You will get used to it. I’ve been using one for over 15 years. It’s been life changing for me. I used to be completely exhausted by 2:00pm every day. Snored like crazy . Did the sleep study and they said I had the most “sleep disturbances “ they had seen. Masks have come a long way in regards to being comfortable.
Posted on 12/26/24 at 9:48 pm to mcpotiger
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Did the sleep study and they said I had the most “sleep disturbances “ they had seen
Sleep studies sound like driver fittings. I think I’ve read this 5 times in every CPAP thread on this site
Posted on 12/26/24 at 11:00 pm to boxcarbarney
I use a Bipap which takes care of the exhaling difficulty. My sleep got better immediately. The other option for me was to have my enlarged tonsils removed. I have been satisfied with the bipap.
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