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Treatments For Sleep Apnea

Before your partner or spouse moves out of the bedroom because of your snoring, it is best to start doing something even if you think that it is not a real annoyance to you. There is Natural Treatment for Sleep Apnea, especially in milder cases that have not reached the levels of sleep apnea. If at all feasible, finding the main reason to snoring is always a means to an end. But until you have got that one figured out, it might make more sense to find an effectual method to ease the snoring problem.

For Natural Treatment for Sleep Apnea to start with you should change your sleeping position by making sure that you do not sleep on your back at night. Pillow propping in the back and the front of you can be a big help in keeping you on your side throughout the night could be another Natural Treatment for Sleep Apnea. By staying on your side, you are better keeping your throat passages clearer so to not have any obstruction in the soft tissue areas were your nose and throat connect up at.

Natural Treatment for Sleep Apnea also has an option where you can choose to prop up your upper body only by the means of pillows under your upper torso area or raise the upper end of the bed with planks or books for a raised top end of your bed without having to worry about keeping yourself in certain positions throughout the night. There are also special memory foam pillows for your head to keep in healthier breathing positions, but be prepared to pay good money for the cost of your pillow. They are not cheap, but if they help or not, they are worth it for the comfort of your head and neck alone.

Some Natural Treatments for Sleep Apnea are to use throat sprays or to gargle with mint mouth wash directly before going to bed. Both of these methods are great for de-flaming your throat passages for better breathing thus are the Natural Treatment for Sleep Apnea. These are both good choices for Natural Treatment for Sleep Apnea if you are having bouts of allergies or colds and they are safe methods of choice to use for as long as you want. Many of the sprays have vitamins along with being herbal, so no harm can be done with protracted use. Another Natural Treatments for Sleep Apnea is to drink herbal teas such as nettle tea as has anti-inflammatory feature.

There are nose drops and nasal sprays which are also available and that will clear nasal passages for air to easier flow through. These are most always natural sprays or drops and are even made in a mild form just for babies and children. Natural Treatments for Sleep Apnea includes Nose strips that can be bought at any store or pharmacy are also safe for adults and of older kids, and tend to work quite well in keeping the outer nostril areas of the nose open throughout the night for better airflow.

When you think that your snoring might be related to allergens, it is good to make sure and keep your bedroom as dust free as you can by vacuuming that specific room more often, including the curtains or blinds in the room. Change sheets and blankets often and make sure to use non-allergenic fabric washing soaps and softeners along with special hypoallergenic pillows if at all possible as these are Natural Treatments for Sleep Apnea.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Does the United Healthcare Choice Plus insurance plan cover pre-existing sleep apnea CPAP treatments?
    I have been on a CPAP for 18 months now, and acquired United Healthcare Choice Plus insurance several months ago. Will they cover my masks, CPAP and future sleep treatments?

    • ANSWER:
      If it is a group plan there will probably be coverage subject to a waiting period. If you had insurance immediately prior to getting this plan the waiting period will probably have been waived.

      If it is an individual plan there will be a waiting period of 6 to 12 months depending upon which state you live in.

  2. QUESTION:
    What are some treatments for sleep apnea?
    My boyfriend has sleep apnea and snores. It has gotten progressively worse. I am not sure what to do. it seems when i elbow him, he stops temporarily but not long enough for me to fall alseep. It is often so back that it not only prevents me from sleeping but, once i fall asleep, it wakes me up again. HELP!

    • ANSWER:
      Sleep apnea should be diagonsed from a reputable sleep clinic. There may be another reason for his snoring such as weight etc.
      The usual treatment is sleeping with a positive air flow machine (I think it is called Cpac. If he stops breathing his oxygen level goes down and it can be a very dangerous health condition. Have him see a Dr. that specializes in sleep problems.

  3. QUESTION:
    What are some alternative treatments for sleep apnea?
    I was diagnosed with a mild form of sleep apnea. I have tried a CPAP machine and couldn't adjust to it. My doctor said I wouldn't be a good candidate for surgery. I'm considering a dental device (mouth piece), but wanted to know if there are alternative methods.

    • ANSWER:
      I'm in the same situation as you. I would see about the dental device. Anything has to be better than the CPAP.

  4. QUESTION:
    Can somebody explain to me what is central end-peripheral sleep apnea? treatments included?
    (sorry for the grammer and spelling)
    So far i found out that tissues at the back of your throat are collapsing and that's normal but the thing that prevents it from collapsing is the problem.

    Well, my cousin's son (infant) is having a problem breathing and some doctors said that there is something wrong with the brain (the neurons go to something, i don't know; i'm sorry). The probable diagnosis was central end-peripheral sleep apnea or obstructive sleep apnea.

    • ANSWER:
      Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common category of sleep-disordered breathing. Since the muscle tone of the body ordinarily relaxes during sleep, and since, at the level of the throat, the human airway is composed of walls of soft tissue, which can collapse, it is easy to understand why breathing can be obstructed during sleep. Mild, occasional sleep apnea, such as many people experience during an upper respiratory infection, may not be important, but chronic, severe obstructive sleep apnea requires treatment to prevent sleep deprivation and other complications. The most serious complication is a severe form of congestive heart failure called cor pulmonale.

      Individuals with decreased muscle tone, increased soft tissue around the airway (e.g., due to obesity), and structural features that give rise to a narrowed airway are at high risk for obstructive sleep apnea. Older people are more likely to have OSA than younger people. Men are more typical sleep apnea sufferers, although the condition is not unusual in women or children.

      Common symptoms include loud snoring, restless sleep, and sleepiness during the daytime. Diagnostic tests include home oximetry or polysomnography in a sleep clinic.

      Some treatments involve lifestyle changes, such as avoiding alcohol or muscle relaxants, losing weight, and quitting smoking. Many people benefit from sleeping at a 30 degree angle or higher, as if in a recliner. Doing so helps prevent gravity from collapsing the airway. Lateral positions (sleeping on your side), as opposed to supine positions (sleeping on your back), are also recommended as a treatment for sleep apnea, largely because the airway-collapsing effect of gravity is not as strong to collapse the airway in the lateral position. Some people benefit from various kinds of oral appliances to keep the airway open during sleep. "Breathing machines" like the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) may help. There are also surgical procedures that can be used to remove and tighten tissue and widen the airway.

      The most common treatment for sleep apnea is the use of a positive airway pressure (PAP) device[13] (PAP), which 'splints' the patient's airway open during sleep by means of a flow of pressurized air into the throat.

      In addition to PAP, a dentist specializing in sleep disorders can prescribe Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT). The oral appliance is a custom made mouthpiece that shifts the lower jaw forward which opens up the airway. OAT is usually successful in patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. OAT is a relatively new treatment option for sleep apnea in the United States, but it is much more common in Canada and Europe.

  5. QUESTION:
    Sleep apnea symptoms and treatments?
    Hi,

    Which are the sleep apnea symptoms?

    Which are the best treatments for Sleep Apnea?

    Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Hi

      Sleep apnea symptoms are:

      - Headaches in the morning
      - Frequent urination in the evening or night hours
      - Moody or experiencing a change in your personality
      - Can’t concentrate, focus or loss of memory
      - Dry throat in the morning as you wake up

      I find my treatment with the help from John Brooks in his Ebook "Natural Ways to Stop Snoring"

      Great Ebook!

      You can see more informacion and Vdeo on his site:

      http://www.howtostopsnoringremedies.com/

      Hope this Helps!

  6. QUESTION:
    sleep apnea......any natural treatments besides the machine?
    Was wondering if there might be some natural treatment for sleep apnea with out having to use the machine that you wear a mask all night and it puts greater inward pressure of air so you lungs fully fill up with air. My mother uses the machine and she wants me to be tested for apnea because of some symptoms I have but I doubt I could get used to wearing something all night. any suggestions.

    • ANSWER:
      Sleep apnea is a condition characterized by episodes of stopped breathing during sleep.

      Symptoms
      It is important to emphasize that often, the person who has obstructive sleep apnea does not remember the episodes of apnea during the night. The predominant symptoms are usually associated with excessive daytime sleepiness due to poor sleep during the night. Often, family members, especially spouses, witness the periods of apnea. Symptoms that may be observed include:

      * Loud snoring
      * Periods of not breathing (apnea)
      * Awakening not rested in the morning
      * Abnormal daytime sleepiness, including falling asleep at inappropriate times
      * Morning headaches
      * Recent weight gain
      * Limited attention
      * Memory loss
      * Poor judgment
      * Personality changes
      * Lethargy

      Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:

      * Hyperactive behavior, especially in children
      * High blood pressure
      * Automatic behavior (performing actions by rote)
      * Leg swelling (if severe)

      Weight management (or intentional weight loss) and avoiding alcohol and sedatives at bedtime may relieve sleep apnea in some individuals. If these measures are unsuccessful in stopping sleep apnea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), a form of mechanical breathing assistance that involves the use of a specially-designed mask worn over the nose or nose and mouth at night, may be prescribed.

      Mechanical devices inserted into the mouth at night to keep the jaw forward may be useful in mild to moderate cases.

      Surgery to remove excess tissue at the back of the throat (called a uvulopalatopharyngoplasty or UPPP), to remove enlarged tonsils or adenoids (see tonsillectomy), or to create an opening in the trachea to bypass the obstructed airway during sleep (tracheostomy), may be helpful if anatomical causes are present. In some people, surgery to remove blockage of the nose or upper throat may relieve sleep apnea.

      Removing enlarged tonsils or adenoids may be all that is necessary in children to cure obstructive sleep apnea.

  7. QUESTION:
    Sleep apnea treatments?
    I believe that my fiance is suffering from sleep apnea.he refuses to go to the doctor and seek treatment for it.Im scared that im going to wake up one morning to find him dead from suffocation.What should I do.How can i make his get treatment

    • ANSWER:
      If he is tired during the day, has headaches in the morning, or has high blood pressure, explain to him that these might be coming from his sleep disturbance. That might make him more likely to get it evaluated. OSA typically doesnt lead to suffocation, though... your brain knows you arent breathing and wakes you up to make you start again...if he has underlying heart or lung disaease it is imperative that he be treated.

  8. QUESTION:
    My husband had a sleep study done last night to determine if he has sleep apnea?
    He did not like the idea about using a CPAP mask. Is this the ONLY treatment for sleep apnea? If it is, will he have to use it for the rest of his life?

    Any body that uses something different? Thank you

    • ANSWER:
      i've done the research for you and i hope this will help..=)

      Treatment
      For milder cases of sleep apnea, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes such as losing weight or quitting smoking. If these measures don't improve your signs and symptoms or if your apnea is moderate to severe, a number of other treatments are available. Certain devices can help open up a blocked airway. In other cases, surgery may be necessary.

      Treatments for obstructive sleep apnea may include:

      Therapies

      Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). If you have moderate to severe sleep apnea, you may benefit from a machine that delivers air pressure through a mask placed over your nose while you sleep. With CPAP (SEE-pap), the air pressure is somewhat greater than that of the surrounding air, and is just enough to keep your upper airway passages open, preventing apnea and snoring.

      Although CPAP is a preferred method of treating sleep apnea, some people find it cumbersome or uncomfortable. With some practice, most people learn to adjust the tension of the straps to obtain a comfortable and secure fit. You may need to try more than one type of mask to find one that's comfortable. Some people also benefit from using a humidifier along with their CPAP system.

      Don't just stop using the CPAP machine if you experience problems. Check with your doctor to see what modifications can be made to make you more comfortable. Additionally, contact your doctor if you are still snoring despite treatment or begin snoring again. If your weight changes, the pressure settings may need to be adjusted.

      Oral appliances. Another option is wearing an oral appliance designed to keep your throat open. CPAP is more effective than oral appliances, but oral appliances may be easier for you to use.Some are designed to open your throat by bringing your jaw forward, which can sometimes relieve snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea.

      A number of devices are available from your dentist. You may need to try different devices before finding one that works for you. Once you find the right fit, you'll still need to follow up with your dentist at least every six months during the first year and then at least once a year after that to ensure that the fit is still good and to reassess your signs and symptoms.

      Surgery or other proceduresThe goal of surgery for sleep apnea is to remove excess tissue from your nose or throat that may be vibrating and causing you to snore, or that may be blocking your upper air passages and causing sleep apnea. Surgical options may include:
      Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP). During this procedure, your doctor removes tissue from the rear of your mouth and top of your throat. Your tonsils and adenoids usually are removed as well. This type of surgery may be successful in stopping throat structures from vibrating and causing snoring. However, it may be less successful in treating sleep apnea because tissue farther down your throat may still block your air passage. UPPP usually is performed in a hospital and requires a general anesthetic.
      Maxillomandibular advancement. In this procedure, the upper and lower part of your jaw is moved forward from the remainder of your face bones. This enlarges the space behind the tongue and soft palate, making obstruction less likely. This procedure may require the cooperation of an oral surgeon and an orthodontist, and at times may be combined with another procedure to improve the likelihood of success.
      Tracheostomy. You may need this form of surgery if other treatments have failed and you have severe, life-threatening sleep apnea. In this procedure, your surgeon makes an opening in your neck and inserts a metal or plastic tube through which you breathe. You keep the opening covered during the day. But at night you uncover it to allow air to pass in and out of your lungs, bypassing the blocked air passage in your throat.

      Removing tissues in the back of your throat with a laser (laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty) or with radiofrequency energy (radiofrequency ablation) are procedures that doctors sometimes use to treat snoring. However, these procedures aren't recommended for treating obstructive sleep apnea.

      Other types of surgery may help reduce snoring and sleep apnea by clearing or enlarging air passages:
      Nasal surgery to remove polyps or straighten a crooked partition between your nostrils (deviated nasal septum)
      Surgery to remove enlarged tonsils or adenoids

      Treatments for central sleep apnea are more limited and may include:
      Treatment for associated medical problems. Possible causes of central sleep apnea include heart or neuromuscular disorders, and treating those conditions may help. For example, optimizing therapy for heart failure may eliminate central sleep apnea.
      Supplemental oxygen. Using supplemental oxygen while you sleep may help if you have central sleep apnea. Various forms of oxygen are available as well as different devices to deliver oxygen to your lungs.
      Continuous positive airway pressure. This method, also used in obstructive sleep apnea, involves wearing a pressurized mask over your nose while you sleep. The mask is attached to a small pump that forces air through your airway to keep it from collapsing. CPAP may eliminate snoring and prevent sleep apnea. As with obstructive sleep apnea, it's important that you use the device as directed. If your mask is uncomfortable or the pressure feels too strong, talk with your doctor so that adjustments can be made.
      Bilevel positive airway pressure (bilevel PAP). Unlike CPAP, which supplies steady, constant pressure to your upper airway as you breathe in and out, bilevel PAP builds to a higher pressure when you inhale and decreases to a lower pressure when you exhale. The goal of this treatment is to boost the weak breathing pattern of central sleep apnea. Some bilevel PAP devices can be set to automatically deliver a breath if the device detects you haven't taken a breath after so many seconds.
      Adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV). This more recently approved airflow device is designed to treat central sleep apnea and complex sleep apnea. The device learns your normal breathing pattern and stores the information into a built-in computer. After you fall asleep, the machine uses pressure to normalize your breathing pattern and prevent pauses in your breathing.

  9. QUESTION:
    Sleep Apnea: is it common to have mood swings AFTER treatment?
    My son-in-law recently began treatment for sleep apnea. He's 38 and has suffered from it his entire adult life, apparently. Now that he's getting proper sleep, he has started being verbally abusive. What's scarey is that he often can't remember saying things he has recently said! Is there any way to get him back to normal? Is his brain having trouble making connections after all this time? We are concerned for our daughter and grandson.

    • ANSWER:
      Unfortunatly this is not from sleep apnea treatment, it sounds like he is a jerk. The symptoms you list are more common in pretreatment. I'm assuming he uses a Bipap or had a UPPP, there is also a chance that the treatment is not working. I think that what he really needs is counceling. What he is doing is more common in narcotics users which is also a possibility.

  10. QUESTION:
    where can i find an institution for the treatment of sleep apnea in austin?
    i need to find a clinic or hospital that can treat this disease near austin.

    • ANSWER:
      have your PCP refer you to a pulmonologist.

  11. QUESTION:
    Is there a no mask treatment for Sleep Apnea?
    My husband is getting really tired of wearing the CPAP mask and I'm getting sick of the sound.

    • ANSWER:
      YES THERE IS!! I have discovered a miracle! Actually my sister did, but for now I'm taking credit for it.

      The rightfully named website http://www.nomask.info has a ton of information on how you can NOT sleep with your Cpap mask ANYMORE! I've had sleep apnea for years and I just love this alternative. Its the only one of its kind and its just amazing. I highly recommend that you try this stuff and get rid of your CPAP machine for good!

  12. QUESTION:
    Are sleep paralysis and sleep apnea related?
    Are sleep paralysis and sleep apnea related in any way? Because when i get sleep paralysis, i find sometimes that i am not breathing.. Or maybe it's my imagination.
    Also can sleep apnea be caused by hear problems? If so, what are they? And will the doctor give you treatment for sleep apnea if you only get it sometimes?
    thank you for your time. <3
    also, is it rare for teenagers 14 years old to have sleep apnea?

    • ANSWER:

  13. QUESTION:
    More (most) aggressive treatment for sleep apnea?
    I had a UPPP surgery to help with my sleep apnea (CPAP machine-titration 19), it wasn't effective. I would like to know what are other more aggressive options to help regulate my sleep apnea.

    • ANSWER:
      Not sure if they have one in your area, but the "Sleep Wellness Center". I know the guy from the morning show I produce has sleep apnea. He used to fall asleep on air (no joking), and would be drousy during the day. He's been fine ever since they diagnosed it and reccommended he use the machine he currently has... He swears by it.

  14. QUESTION:
    What is the best treatment for sleep apnea?

    • ANSWER:
      Treatment for sleep apnea is determined by the individual's specific sleep apnea characteristics. Treatments include:

      1. Behavioral changes
      2. Physical or mechanical therapy
      3. Surgery
      4. Medication is not usually an effective treatment for sleep apnea.

      For a more detailed overview of each of these types you can view the link below.

  15. QUESTION:
    How much does a sleep study and a CPAP treatment for sleep apnea cost? I am debtaing whether to do it? Thanks.?

    • ANSWER:
      Take a look at these two sites: http://www.cpap-supply.com and http://www.cpap.com. Both of these internet suppliers offer equipment and some packages that I found would cost me much less over time than using my insurance. I use a Respironics RemStar Plus with C-Flex, a Sulivan Humidaire humidifier and a Respironics ComfortGel mask. The whole thing cost me about 0 including shipping. My insurance wanted me to rent with my co-pay at /month. I've used the equipment for over three years now so that works out to 0 vs. 00. How do you think I did? My sleep study was covered by my insurance. If you don't have insurance, find a center near you who is American Academy of Sleep Medicine accredited and talk to them. Many places will negotiate the price, especially if you can pay cash and they don't have to carry.

  16. QUESTION:
    What's the cost of getting treatment for sleep apnea?

    • ANSWER:
      don't get the surgery... no matter what any quack tells you, it has low success rate and even if it "works" it slowly goes back to how it was

      instead, try out a cheapo mouth piece on ebay for 40 bucks

  17. QUESTION:
    Has anyone heard of a different treatment for people who suffer with sleep apnea?
    Someone I work with heard about this new type of treatment that treats sleep apnea besides the CPAP that is a machine that continually keeps air flowing tthrough a mask that is worn. This new treatment, if there is such a thing is something else. This was second hand info so I'm not sure if this is right.

    • ANSWER:
      Is it the BiPap?

  18. QUESTION:
    what is the treatment for central sleep apnea?
    im on cpap. doesnt work. cant get enough pressure to go thru my nose. only my mouth. i sleep using my nose only. sleep study says negative for obstructive sa. do i have central. what can i do. doc is no help.

    • ANSWER:
      This article might help. Its about a person who went through the same stuff you are.

      http://www.parade.com/health/2010/05/16-the-end-of-snoring.html?index=2

      Hope this helps :)

  19. QUESTION:
    Sleep Apnea treatment: Dental device that allows you to breath through your mouth at night?
    I've been officially diagnosed with sleep apnea in the mild to moderate range. I also suffer from depression (probably sleep deprivation induced) and insomnia (late to bed/early to rise). I sleep for between 3 to 5 hours a night. Obviously this isn't enough sleep.

    I've tried CPAP, but can't get used to it, mainly due to my problems with insomnia (my mind has trouble being "quiet"). I have a hard time sleeping without the distraction of a CPAP, and WITH it.... it's impossible for me to sleep. I litterally just DON'T SLEEP with it on. I've been trying for 2 months (seriously).

    I know there are dental devices that relocate your jaw and tounge, but I seem to have problems mainly with my "soft palette". I notice that if I breath through my mouth, it's impossible for it to close off. SO, I was wondering if anyone uses or knows of a dental device that would have holes in it to allow you to breath through your mouth at night? Something like a mouth guard with a tube coming out... THANKS!

    • ANSWER:
      My husband has the same problem...It takes longer than 2 months to get use to the CPAP....he had to change the device that covers your nose to a more comfortable one.
      I don't think its the CPAP you are having trouble with..Its falling asleep and staying asleep.
      Could be hormones making you stay awake and waking up early

      Out of wack Hormones can make you stay awake and wake up every hour.
      Check with your Doctor, antidepressent pills helped me sleep

  20. QUESTION:
    Much more alert and awake following Bi-Pap treatment for sleep apnea but.....?
    I have for some reason a lot more anxiety, dont get me wrong I have bad anxiety but it is worse since i started treatment. Can this be due to the fact that I have never been as energetic as I am now. Maybe always being tired had some anti- anxiety benefits. any answers would be great.

    • ANSWER:
      Well it looks like we have similar unfortunate circumstances. My thought on why you are more anxious is as you said you are rested. Your body is more alert to those (unjustified) warning of danger. Your brain is on point and ready to take on big tasks like worrying all day, lol:) Hey you can't cry all day so you might as well laugh right! I notice as well when I am really rested and feeling good I start worrying and get very anxious. It's almost a self-sabotage in a sense. It's like I am saying to myself "nothing is wrong, I'm not tired, something HAS to be wrong, oh no what is going to go wrong today because something bad HAS to happen"! So its like I am worrying because I am Not worrying. I know crazy, huh! Good luck, and keep wearing your bi-pap!!

  21. QUESTION:
    Is there a pill for sleep apnea treatment?

    • ANSWER:
      Actually, there is a pill for sleep apnea. Not many people know about it, but it works really well -- my aunts and uncles all have sleep apnea and they've tried it and can't go without it. One of my uncles doesn't even have to use his CPAP anymore.

      The pill is called Sleep Apnea Relief and it's made by a company called Nature's Rite. This is a link to their website.

      http://www.natures-rite-remedies.com/holistic/herbal-treatment-for-sleep-apnea-relief.php

  22. QUESTION:
    Medical treatment for my snorring and sleep apnea in Singapore. Would it cost me a lot of money ?
    My problem arises 8 years ago, I seen many doctors in the Philippines but none of them could cure my snorring and sleep apnea. I have heard about doctors in Singapore that could cure such snorring, but I don;t know how much will it cost me. Is it expensive. Any body there who knows how much is the cost of medical treatment specifically snorring and sleep apnea in singapore?

    • ANSWER:
      no but a cure is always better then a treatment - check out their patients and make sure what they do works - also call their office talk to billing and get some quotes.

  23. QUESTION:
    is there a treatment for sleep apnea that really works?

    • ANSWER:
      cpap, dental device, a trachetomy (a little extreme but it does work--it was the only treatment before cpap)

  24. QUESTION:
    Can I get treatment for sleep apnea in Thailand?
    I have sleep apnea. I have a c-pap machine which I have stopped using because I can't tolerate it. My doc says that ignoring sleep apnea is very dangerous to my health. So, I made an appointment with a specialist about having an oral appliance made for my mouth. The catch is that he must see me every two weeks for 8 months. That does not fit in with my plans to retire in Thailand. Plus, his service costs an arm and a leg and my insurance coverage would be 50%. The question is: are there doctors in Thailand who can treat people with sleep apnea?

    • ANSWER:
      Skipper, you can go to the website of any of the International hospitals over here and e-mail them for the cost of the oral appliance for your mouth. They will be happy to give you an estimate of the cost. You should check in the area you plan to stay, I know you asked a lot of questions about going to Chiang Mai so maybe a hospital there could help you. Also, you should check and see if your health insurance will cover the cost over here. If you are retired military you could use Tricare over here also.

      Here is just one example. The sleep clinic at Bumrungard Hospital website: http://www.bumrungrad.com/thailand-expat/medical-services/clinics-and-centers/sleep-disorders-center.aspx

  25. QUESTION:
    Is it illegal to drive when you have sleep apnea?
    I just had a sleep study done last night. When the nurse wolk me up this morning at 6:00 A.M. she said that she did not see any sleep apnea when I was asleep until 2:00 A.M. She said from two until six in the morning they let the computer analyz the rest of my sleep. So I left the hospital not worried. This afternoon I called my doctor to schedule a follow up for monday. She said I am glad you called because I got the first two pages of you test results back and it says it is illegal for you to drive without treatment for sleep apnea. My question is has anybody ever heard that it is illegal to drive with sleep apnea? Also dose anyone know what the treatment is for sleep apnea? please help

    • ANSWER:
      Whether or not it is illegal to drive if you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea is different from jurisdiction to jurisdiction -- call you local Department of Motor Vehicles to find out. You'll also need to find out when the restrictions can be lifted, because sleep apnea is treatable. Usually, in jurisdictions in which untreated sleep apnea can cause you to lose your license, a doctor's diagnosis showing successful treatment of your sleep apnea should restore normal driving privileges. Again, check with your local DMV.

      There are several treatments for sleep apnea, depending on how badly it is affecting you, and several other factors. If it is mild, you can try home remedies: don't sleep on your back; try sleeping on your side, lose weight, cut back on the use of sleeping pills, etc.

      For more severe cases (which it sounds like you have), there are several options. You can use a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine. A CPAP is a machine which requires you to wear a mask over your nose and mouth while you sleep (akin to a fighter pilot's mask). The CPAP then delivers a constant air pressure to your nose, helping to keep your airway open. There are also several surgeries available to treat sleep apnea:

      * Somnoplasty: A minimally invasive procedure to reduce the soft tissue in the upper airway.
      * Nasal surgery: Correction of nasal obstructions such as a deviated septum.
      * Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP): A procedure that removes soft tissue on the back of the throat and palate, increasing the width of the airway at the throat opening.
      * Mandibular maxillar advancement surgery: Invasive surgery to correct certain facial abnormalities or throat obstructions that contribute to sleep apnea.

      Which treatment is right for you is a decision to be made between you and your doctor.

      Good luck!

  26. QUESTION:
    does a CPAP machine for sleep apnea have to be adjusted to work right?
    I went to a sleep center for treatment of sleep apnea. I was fitted for a nose mask and had a hard time breathing with it. I had decided that I could not take it any more and after a few shouts I got the attention of another technician who aided me. . The technician who helped me said my tech. was setting up another patient.During the night I had difficulty breathing with this device,all through the night it mismatched my breathing . I could not breathe deep enough where it cut me off or it worked the opposite. I had told the technician I was having difficulty breathing and he made the excuse that the wires and setup was affecting me with my sleep. Its funny the wires did not bother me on my last visit. I felt the staff was not doing their job properly. do you agree ?

    • ANSWER:
      I agree with you. Yes there are different adjustments but they should know what they are doing. If you didn't get a good sleep in at that visit, you will have to go back another time. If you don't want to go back there tell your doctor to send you to a different facility...

  27. QUESTION:
    How can you go camping with a CPAP machine for sleep apnea?
    I need my CPAP to be portable... Would anyone know how to hook up a 12 volt battery to it in order to make it portable? I cannot afford a Marine Battery, they are way to expensive. I need CHEAP and EFFECTIVE solution!!!

    FYI:
    CPAP is an acronym for "continuous positive airway pressure." It is used for the treatment of sleep apnea.
    Sleep Apnea (AP-ne-ah) is a common disorder in which you stop breathing or breathing pauses during your sleep for few seconds to minutes.

    • ANSWER:
      There are converters that can hookup to a car battery that convert the cars DC over to an AC that the cpap runs on. They are called Dc/AC inverters...They sell them at Walmart and auto stores. The inverters are rated by wattage. The inexpensive ones can charge something like a laptop computer, but not run something that draws a lot of power like a toaster...the more expensive units have a higher wattage rating. You need to look at your cpap and see how many watts it draws; by the plug there should be writing that lets you know.

      I don't know what they use or if they make an inverter that would work or not, the other question is how long will a batter last with that draw on it? The marine batteries are meant to draw more current for longer, and some car batteries are pretty wimpy and would likely not do the job.

      If you google "auto power inverters" you can do some research and see if it is feasible with the battery you have now.

      Good luck.

  28. QUESTION:
    What is the treatment for moderate sleep apnea?

    • ANSWER:
      cpap, bipap, autopap, possibly dental device.

      surgery is only 50 percent effective

      If overweight, weight loss may cure sleep apnea but need to treat in the short term.

      Best wishes

  29. QUESTION:
    I have sleep apnea. What are the best treatments for this problem and are there any new treatments?

    • ANSWER:
      there is 3 reason for having apnea while u sleeping mechanical,central nerve system and both of them of course they call apnea if u drop to brading 10 to 14 secs not les than it....first of all u have see if u have over weight and smoker then u have to isit an ENT doc ...he/she will take alook to ur laryngeal ,pharynx and if u have any problem with ur tonsils they could remove t out but at first they have to be sure that u really have apnea or not...

  30. QUESTION:
    Is an oxygen concentrator normal treatment for sleep apnea, and can oxygen cause headaches?
    I've had several test where overnight I wore the thing on my finger to test my oxygen saturation levels, and apparently the levels went down because now the Dr. has ordered an oxygen concentrator to wear at night. We're doing another oxygen level test in a few weeks, to see if the concentrator helps. I'm just wondering if this is a normal first step, because I see a lot of people on here use other things. I've also noticed that I'm waking up with horrible headeaches after sleeping with the oxygen, is that normal?
    It's just a normal concentrator with a humidifier bottle and nasal canula. I don't think the headaches are from it being too tight, because it only goes over my ears and is just tight enough that it doesn't fall off.

    • ANSWER:
      Usually when you get headaches it's from lack of oxygen, I used to get those heaps but once i went on oxygen they cleared up straight away. If you think the prongs are too tight just hook them up underneath your nose and tighten at the back of your head, I do that because it feels like my ears are being pushed out the other way lol. As for the headaches, talk to your doctor and see what can be done, you may not be getting enough oxygen at night and might have to put it up higher.

  31. QUESTION:
    Sleep apnea project abstract-which one?
    My partner and I are disagreeing about the wording for our abstract. Would someone rewrite it using both or just give your opinion on which one i should use?

    OPTION 1

    Over 20 million Americans suffer some degree of sleep apnea; those who do suffer from Sleep Apnea, are prone to suffer from excessive sleepiness, waking frequently throughout the night, morning headaches, and severe side effects on the heart and circulation. This project was designed to inform those suffering, or those who know someone suffering from Sleep Apnea.
    Data was extracted from many reliable sources, along with a live interview. It was determined that sleep apnea is not widely known and often goes undiagnosed. The general population has probably already been exposed to Sleep Apnea without knowing it. There are few cases that have negative repercussions that may be life threatening, and require a doctor's assistance.
    The doctor revealed that there are many different treatments available for sleep apnea that can help to reduce, if not eliminate, the side effects. It is recommended that you should begin a healthy diet to help reduce Sleep Apnia, some healthy measure you can take are: Avoid alcohol and sedatives, some medications are designed to keep the patient breathing overnight. People with sleep apnea can also use a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) mask or a BIPAP (Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure) mask to relieve the symptoms. In severe cases, surgery may be required to relieve the symptoms.
    More people need to know about sleep apnea because it could be depriving them of sleep and contributing to high blood pressure and other circulatory problems. This could inspire people to go consult their doctor about their sleeping patterns and get treatment if it's needed.

    OPTION 2

    Over 20 million Americans suffer some degree of sleep apnea; all of these people are in danger for side effects such as excessive sleepiness, waking frequently throughout the night, morning headaches, and severe side effects on the heart and circulation. This project was created to inform people about this condition so they can help themselves or family members that may be suffering.

    Data was extracted from many reliable sites, pamphlets, books, and from a live interview with sleep expert. It was determined that sleep apnea is not widely known and often goes undiagnosed. The general population needs to be informed about this condition because there can be life-threatening repercussions that require being treated by a doctor.

    The doctor revealed that there are many different treatments available for sleep apnea that can help to reduce, if not eliminate, the side effects. It is recommended that people with sleep apnea should lose a reasonable amount of weight in healthy ways, avoid alcohol and sedatives, can use medication to stimulate the brain to keep the patient breathing throughout the entire night. People with sleep apnea can also use a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) mask or a BIPAP (Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure) mask to relieve the symptoms. In severe cases, surgery could be needed to relieve the symptoms.

    More people need to know about sleep apnea because it could be what's causing their sleep deprivation and contributing to high blood pressure and other circulatory problems. This could inspire people to go consult their doctor about their sleeping patterns and get treatment if it's needed.

    • ANSWER:
      Either are fine but you have some incorrect information. I would clarify that you are discussing obstructive sleep apnea and not central. With that being the case, there is no medication to treat it. I would also clarify who the sleep expert is. Is at an RPSGT, RRT or a board certified physician in sleep medicine. Surgery is not the answer for severe cases unless you are talking about a tracheotomy. Any other surgery is less than 50 percent effective and that is only if they know exactly where the obstruction is and if you are discussing central sleep apnea, surgery will not work. The only recommended treatment for CSA is BiPapST. It is like a ventilator but only with a mask. If you are looking at the second option, 2nd paragraph last sentence I would changed treated by a doctor to requires to be diagnosed and given proper treatment. I hope you realize that OTC measure do not work they only mask the symptoms. Algoll and sedatives only make it worse. Avoiding them will not eliminate a person from having OSA. People who are thin and children can also have sleep apnea. Weight loss will help but OSA should be treated in the meantime with CPAP, autopap, or bipap. Standard Bipap is generally only used for people with high pressures or people who retain CO2.

      Please email me.

  32. QUESTION:
    Treatment for Acute Sleep Apnea?
    i know that for obsructive sleep apnea patients have CPAps or sumthing, that keep the airway from closing. But acute sleep apnea there is nothing to stop from closing because acute sleep apnea is when you just stop breathing. so whats the treatment?

    • ANSWER:
      When you say "acute sleep apnea," are you referring to Central Sleep Apnea? While obstructive sleep apnea is caused by the airway collapsing, central sleep apnea is a disorder where there is no drive to breathe. The most successful treatment for central sleep apnea is a type of breathing machine that is similar to CPAP, but instead of supplying a constant air pressure, the pressure varies to stimulate the drive to breathe, similar to how a ventilator works. Like CPAP, this is applied via a mask that covers the nose or both the nose and mouth. Different companies have different trademarked names, but this "smart CPAP" often goes by the names VPAP or AutoSV ("SV" standing for "servo-ventilation"). Unfortunately, you may need to have as many as three overnight sleep studies -- the first to diagnose apnea (whether obstructive or central), the second where you will be on regular CPAP or BiPAP (which is sometimes effective for central sleep apnea, so insurance companies require it be tried first), and then if that doesn't work, a third night on VPAP or AutoSV. Central apnea is more difficult to treat than obstructive apnea, but as long as you get an experienced and capable technician running your study, there's a very good chance of them finding the right pressures to keep you breathing normally through the night.

  33. QUESTION:
    Does anyone have any experience with Radiofrequency treatment of the toung for Sleep Apnea?
    Please share... i am considering this surgery for my sleep apnea, and would like to know any experiences u can share. i am currently using a mouth piece especially made by a dentist for my sleep apnea, but it is not effective. BTW, I have had a sleep study done by a neurologist, who determined I have sleep apnea.

    • ANSWER:
      no my husband has been on an air pump for the past 5 years and he is a new man.

  34. QUESTION:
    Does anyone out there have a forced air machine for sleep apnea?
    My boyfriend has sleep apnea and we are looking for a sleep apnea forced air machine to buy. He does not have insurance and the doctor wants him to stay overnight at a sleep center to confirm that he actually has sleep apnea. The cost of the sleep clinic is 00.00 for (1) night!! I know he has sleep apnea and the only treatment for it is a forced air machine. In the meantime he is not getting any quality sleep and is affecting his daily life!! Please Help Us!!

    • ANSWER:
      You mean a CPAP - these are commonly prescribed for people with apnea. Apnea can be a serious problem, but there is some concern that sleep clinics and the CPAP machines have become big business. There is no accurate diagnosis of sleep apnea where a machine becomes essential. Most people, once they get used to the noise, do sleep well using these machines, but other remedies might also have helped.

      Sleeping on the back is often a problem. An old solution to that is to tape a tennis ball to the back of a T shirt and wear that in bed - it prevents the person from sleeping on their back; and that's pretty cheap!

      Other options may be repair of a deviated septum, or other surgery to fix problems in the throat.

      If your partner does not frequently stop breathing during the night, a CPAP may not really be necessary.

  35. QUESTION:
    Sleep apnea CPAP treatment not effective?
    Hi there, I have been diagnosed with severe sleep apnea. I am a 27 year old male, and obese.

    I was wondering if it is possible for CPAP/APAP treatment to be ineffective? My GP and specialist tell me that the machine says everything is working fine and I'm breathing normally, however I still experience most of my apnea symptoms and I notice a huge difference of quality of sleep based on which position I sleep in, just like before I started treatment. Lying on my back is the worst, side is ok, and stomach seems best. Just like the overnight sleep test indicated without the CPAP.

    Is it possible that my treatment is not 100% effective, and that I still suffer apnea, despite the computer saying I breath normally? I had 115,7 breathing pauses per hour (extreme). That's like two per minute. Is it possible my body is "cheating" the machine?

    Thanks so much!

    • ANSWER:
      CPAPs are not always effective for everyone... but should still be given a chance to work. They can be very helpful

      Some people are too claustrophobic. There are some stream line machines that many patients like.

      Positional sleeping is a big thing as well. Hopefully you have a machine that does not hinder your stomach sleeping...We all have our favorite position and it is hard to learn a new one. From personal experience...Stomach sleeping is the only way I can get any rest...Since birth...LOL. Have you tried sleeping on your stomach while wearing your machine still?

      Your settings may not be correct for you...your alarm settings may not be set properly...maybe to loose. If your machine is set to alarm after 30 seconds...you may not be triggering the alarm if your apnea is only 20 second. You might need a stronger pressure to keep your airways open. Or there is a possibility that you need a Bipap....this machine has the one pressure while breathing out....like continuous pressure of a CPAP...but it also has a second pressure to help you take breath in. Maybe this will work better for you...

      Finally, there are two types of sleep apnea...obstructive= some part of your anatomy is obstructing your breathing. The other is central=your brain is just not telling your body to breathe. This can be caused by heart failure...Your doctor can treat that to lessen the apnea spells.

      In the end...it is still a machine..if you are feeling it is not working...talk to your doctor...they are very helpful...other ideas maybe possible.

      I hope I didn't ramble on...and helped some.

  36. QUESTION:
    Why does sleep deprivation make the symptoms of sleep apnea worse?
    I recently did a sleep study and found that I have obstructive sleep apnea and it causes me to wake up during the night - often many times. I go through cycles where the problem gets much worse, one night of poor sleep leads to another worse night of interupted sleep, and so on - sometimes for a month or even more. I have heard that sleep deprivation makes the symptoms of sleep apnea much worse, and as I am searching for the right treatments, I was just interested in finding out why - what is the mechanism that causes this? Very strenuous exercise during the day or early evening can have the same effect. Thank you for any insights.

    • ANSWER:
      Actually, sleep apnea is a condition where you actually stop breathing during sleep. For most people, this causes them to wake up quickly; for others, it's a life-threatening situation (especially for babies and small children). I imagine if you're not getting much rest, when you do finally get to sleep your body is so tired it's hard for your body to wake up when you stop breathing. Also, even though your body eventually trains itself to sleep lightly in order potentially avoid apnea, when YOU finally get some sleep your body falls into a deeper sleep. This makes it harder for your body to avoid apnea. I would advise you to get plenty of rest whenever possible. I believe you should obtain a sleep apnea monitor from your physician. This will sound an alarm to wake you up when you stop breathing, or if your oxygen saturation level drops below a certain percentage. This may alleviate some of your anxiety and help you sleep better at night. Just a thought. Good luck.

  37. QUESTION:
    How much weight did you lose after starting to use CPAP treatment?
    FOr people who were over weight or obese, how much, if any, weight were you able to lose after starting CPAP treatment for Sleep Apnea?

    • ANSWER:
      CPAP works by regulating air pressure into the lungs. You should not expect to lose much, if any weight, by using a CPAP. Buuuuut, you should be able to sleep through the night better! Maybe you'll have more energy during the day and be better able to exercise to help lose weight.

  38. QUESTION:
    How important is it to correct a change in my bite?
    I recently began treatment for sleep apnea with a custom-fitted oral appliance - a mouth piece that I wear at night to pull my jaw forward. This has done an excellent job in preventing snoring, but has altered my bite. My dentist was very concerned by this, but the doctor that fitted the device (also a dentist) indicated that a change in bite is not serious - nothing more than an annoyance. The change in bite does not bother me, but I am afraid it will cause damage to my teeth down the road. Is this something that I should be concerened about? Do I need to get the bite corrected? I'm kind of in a bad situation where I have to choose between the effective treatment for sleep apnea, and the bite problem.

    • ANSWER:
      1stly, since the appliance was to protract your jaw, a change in bite shud`ve been predicted. u need to consult an orthodontist as well, regarding the new bite and whether is it leading to a malocclusion. in this case, all your teeth will be affected over time and change in their positions may occur.

      also, a change in bite could lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction, though the manifestation is not immediate which might cause ur dentist to overlook the bite change.

      so confirm with an orthodontist.

  39. QUESTION:
    Is Severe Sleep Apnea classed as a Disability ?
    I was diagnosed with Severe Sleep Apnea last year, after years of feelling tired all the time, no matter how much sleep i had.
    I am recieving treatment from the Sleep Clinic at the hospital, i have to use a CPAP machine at night, which helps to keep my airways open, so that i can breathe properly.
    If i dont use the machine, i am absolutely shattered all day.
    As i have Severe sleep apnea, ive been told at the hospital that i must continue with CPAP indefinately, as sleep apnea can cause heart attack whilest asleep, or death from stopping breathing.
    Apparently i stop breathing up to 300 times a night !!! ;(
    When i wake up after using CPAP, it takes a good 3/4 hours to properly feel alert, and still feel tired, and often forgetful and not very good co-ordination.
    I am currently recieving Employment Support Allowance, for Mental Health problems, and i wondered whether i need to inform DWP of my latest condition, Sleep Apnea, as im currently in the WRAG Group not the Support Group ??
    Thankyou.
    I was told at the Sleep Clinic at the Hospital, that i have Severe Sleep Apnea, and that it is Serious !!
    If you dont use your CPAP machine at night, you may have a heart attack and not wake up.
    That sounds serious to me !!
    Your parents may have mild/moderate sleep apnea, but at whatever level, it is serious, i dont use a CPAP for fun !!
    This answer is for the person who thinks its not an issue ? ? ?
    YEAYEASH
    FOXY Thankyou very much :) that info is a great help, much appreciated.
    THANKYOU WILLIAM . W MUCH APPRECIATED ADVICE.

    • ANSWER:
      I listened to a radio show about this, and I'm no expert. But if it's not controlled, then it can become a very big issue, especially if you drive a vehicle. There was a lorry driver that killed someone when driving his truck when he went to sleep at the wheel and drove into the back of a car. He was later diagnosed with sleep apnoea, and riddled with grief, he came onto the radio show to explain how he got around the lack of proper REM' sleep that caused the fatal crash. I think he was now wearing that simple device you mentioned in order to assist his sleep, and he has returned to driving his truck, but also spends much of his time explaining to others about the importance of controlling sleep apnoea.
      I don't know if I would class it as a disability or not because I'm no expert, but certainly it will cause you a disadvantage against someone that gets a normal good night's kip, so I do sympathise, but I would have thought that the NHS would be able to give you full backing and any advice needed.

      Here's a link I found from the British Sleep Apnoea Association. Maybe if you put yourself in touch with them and join their forum, you may be able to get a more informed answer than many on here with give you. I hope that might help you.

      http://www.britishsnoring.co.uk/phpBB2/index.php

  40. QUESTION:
    Is there an alternative sleep apnea diagnosis method other than an overnight sleep study?
    I believe I have sleep apnea, but because I am currently in a residential treatment program, I am unable to go to an overnight sleep study.
    Is there an alternative method with which I can be tested for sleep apnea?

    • ANSWER:
      Not one that would be recognized by an insurance company.

      Have a friend watch you sleep. If you repeatedly stop breathing for 15-20 or more seconds, then you probably do have sleep apnea. More prevalent with snorers.

  41. QUESTION:
    What are natural cures for sleep apnea?
    The guy I work for is 90 years old, his family doesnt want to "waste" the extra cash on him for the tests ect. He's definately got sleep apnea ive seen it before. will Vervain help? any other natural treatments i can pay for outta my own pocket for him?

    • ANSWER:
      Obstructive sleep apnea in elderly is treated symptomatically very successfully by the use of CPAP(continuous positive airway pressure) machine. This is an expensive machine but is worth the expense. Person has to use this machine everyday through the night where the machine maintains an optimal breathing pressure and the patient does not get choked because of sleep apnea nor is his sleep disturbed. It is best to consult a Pulmonologist (respiration specialist). The family of the patient does not want to spend the money is a serious problem. You may look for funding from voluntary organisations or health agencies who work for the elderly depending upon where you live. You are doing a good cause and people will support you on this. Hats off to you.

  42. QUESTION:
    does having central sleep apnea require special treatment for extractions, root canals and implants?
    i have intensive central sleep apnea and seizures. i have 6 posted veneered front teeth which were done more than 20 years ago. i need those teeth pulled out as well as 5 others, and root canals in 3 others. the extractions will be done by an oral surgeon, implants and root canals by dentist. will special attention need to be used for anesthesia and pain control? is it possible to get them to do it in a hospital? could i get some of it covered by my medical insurance?

    • ANSWER:
      It depends on the level of anesthesia you are getting. If you are just doing local and staying awake during the procedure then it will have no effect. If you are going under general anesthesia(getting put to sleep) then you should mention it to your doctor. He may want to do the procedures in a hospital( this is common for medically complex cases). I cant tell you about insurance without even knowing what company/plan you have. Best person to talk to will be the doctors front desk or your insurance company.
      @seizures- Are you on medication for your seizures? what kind are they? what sets them off? these are things you need to discuss with your doctor prior to the day of surgery.

  43. QUESTION:
    what is the mortality rate for patients with severe sleep apnea?
    ___ out of ____ people die from severe sleep apnea. (or any other statistics about mortality rate)

    what is the life expectancy with proper treatment?

    • ANSWER:
      There is a lot of undiagnosed sleep apnea out there so your first question is difficult to answer. People who fall asleep at the wheel because of sleep apnea and die in a crash would be in a different statistics. People who die of heart disease because of damage from high bp caused by sleep apnea fall in a different category.

      You second question is also difficult to answer. It depends on when the person was diagnosed and what is their co morbidity's. Does treatment save lives, I would say definitely. It saved mine. I was diagnosed in my 30s and am 100 percent compliant.

  44. QUESTION:
    What do you think of my article on Sleep Apnea?
    Go here: http://noteworthynewscasts.blogspot.com/2006/07/what-is-sleep-apnea.html and read my article. Tell me what you think!

    Abstract:
    What is sleep apnea? It is a disease that affects a small number of the population (only about 4% of men & 2% of women), but the chances of developing this disorder gets progressively worse as one grows older and leaving the symptoms untreated could be fatal. Many who have sleep apnea do not even know they have this affliction. This report will educate the reader about the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea, such as snoring and constant feelings of drowsiness. It will also review what one would expect when being tested for apnea, as well as popular and less-traditional treatment methods. It then discusses the long-term effects of not treating sleep apnea, which could include heart failure. By the time the reader has completed this report, they will have a full understanding of sleep apnea and how it affects one’s life.

    • ANSWER:
      It made me fall asleep

  45. QUESTION:
    Jut diagnosed with sleep apnea -if you have it what treatment are you on.?
    I am on a converter that takes rooom air and turns it into a higher oxygen level and find it hard to believe i have that problem since only sleep 2-4 hours off and on a night! But that is what tests for my oxygen intake showed so giving it a try. Do you use the converter rather than an oxygen tank? How are you doing. How long have you had this?
    Bagbalm-I want to sleep,not get sloshed-besides I don't drink.

    • ANSWER:
      A fifth of Jack Daniels, will cure any sleeping problem.

      DE

  46. QUESTION:
    Sleep apnea treated with Bipap and still tired?
    Could mouth breathing be the culprit since I only use a nasal mask, still only able to stay up 12 hours a day. Plus I take stimulant medication for fatigue, provigl and dexedrine at fairly high doses. Its becoming frustrating I feel groggy and physically weak but not as tired as I was before treatment. Plus I don't get severe sleep attacks like I did before so it is somewhat working. Any help would be great.

    • ANSWER:
      Maybe you are having a reaction to the medication. It does take time to feel better. They may need to adress the pressures as the sleep study is only a one night snap shot. I am interested in what else is going on. You just don't get bipap. You need to qualify for it. CPAP is what the majority of sleep apnea patients get. Stick in there

      Bipap saved my life.

  47. QUESTION:
    has anyone used the aveoTSD to treat sleep apnea?
    I have heard that snoring is an indicator of sleep apnea. It seems there are no cheap treatments for this but I came accross the aveoTSD at www.aveosleep.ca - has anyone used this?

    • ANSWER:
      Sleep Apnea - Treatments

      http://www.askaquery.com/question/Sleep-Apnea--%28dash%29--Treatments.html

      Recognize Sleep Apnea

      http://www.askaquery.com/question/Recognize-Sleep-Apnea.html

  48. QUESTION:
    Anyone knows how to deal with sleep apnea?
    My husband has been experiencing sleep apnea. His medications are quite expensive that’s why I’m looking for something that might be less costly for his treatment. Anything that you know of please let me know. Thanks….

    • ANSWER:
      Hi, sleep disorders are very common nowadays, not only that it causes one person to feel tired the next day but sometimes it can also be harmful to your overall health. My dad also had sleep apnea and just 2 months ago a friend of ours suggested a very simple remedy to his sleep problem. We were hesitant at first but still give a try. We could not believe that there is really natural way to solve sleep problems. It is also cost effective, try to check http://theremedyforsleepingdisorders.weebly.com/ , a lot of sleep disorders are discuss in the site and a simple and natural solution is also provided. I suggest you also give a try and see the difference yourself. Hope this helps.

  49. QUESTION:
    What are the risks to leaving sleep apnea untreated?
    What are treatment options? I have a relative with it and he refuses to get medical help for it, because he doesn't want the doctor to tell him to stop smoking.

    • ANSWER:
      Sleep apnea causes daytime fatigue, agitation and loss of concentration due to inadequate sleep.
      Blood pressure during apneic episodes also spikes at a dangerously high level, probably precipitating stroke in those who are predisposed. Sleep apnea can be caused by taking sedatives at bedtime, sleeping on ones back, and being overweight. Diagnosis is relatively simple, and if eliminating causative agents does not help, the sufferer can wear a snug fitting mask attached to a small compressor that forces air into the lungs at regular intervals to mimic regular breathing.

  50. QUESTION:
    Sleep Apnea Sufferers: What has been your experience with CPAP?
    I've had treatments for depression for about 3 years now. None of the depression treatments such as medication and ECT helped.

    I recently suspected sleep apnea and went for an overnight sleep study. They confirmed that I was experiencing sleep apnea, and I had a partial night's rest using the CPAP machine at the testing location, but it wasn't a full night's rest using it.

    The test was last weekend, and they said it would be 7-10 days for a doctor to analyze the data and get back to me. I won't know how severe my sleep apnea is until I hear from the doc...

    I was wondering if anyone would like to share their sleep apnea problems and solutions, and how well they did (or didn't) work. I'm especially interested in anyone's story involving depression, either due to or made worse by sleep apnea.

    I'm not terribly overweight, 6ft 1in and 220 lbs, but the doc said I have a very narrow throat, and my severe allergies and sinus problems play a role.

    I appreciate anyone's storys!

    • ANSWER:
      I am 36 yoa, 6'2", and weigh 250#, I have a 21" neck and have been diagnosed as having sleep apnea. I was put on a CPAP machine and I could not get used to the machine. I got tangled up in the hose all the time, not to mention that it dried my sinuses to the point of constant nighttime nosebleeds, even with a passive humidifier. I found once I started an exercise regimin that included eating healthier and weightlifting along with cardio exercise that I was able to relax and sleep better. I still have relapses, my wife notices that I do it most when I have a stressful day at work ( I am a law enforcement officer) You should try the machine and make the determination for yourself. There is also a surgical procedure where they "roto rooter" your sinuses to open the passages up. I don't know about that. I do know that when you find out what works you will feel the difference in your quality of sleep. Good Luck!


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