Sleep Apnea

[harrycalahan]

Just got tested, again and scored moderate. Of course they recommended the leaf blower but I tried that for a year previously and consistently felt worse/more fatigued than if I went without. I dont really want a battery powered appliance. And the mouth appliance sounds like it would make your jaws feel wonderful the next morning. Anyone have alternative light they can shed on this? Did you have further testing beyond a sleep study to verify whats actually taking place while sleeping? Thats kind of my next approach. The pulmonologist admitted its an assumption that my tongue is causing the obstruction. I kind of disagree but thats based only on a hunch. Basically trying to figure out the next step. And ya, Im tired.

My stats…
165 lbs
no tonsils
Uvula appears normal
No jowls
Clean diet

 

[4ssss]

The mask makes a huge difference in comfort. Instead of tossing the machine, try a different mask. I sleep like a baby withy mine, but it took some trial and error.

 

[harrycalahan]

The mask makes a huge difference in comfort. Instead of tossing the machine, try a different mask. I sleep like a baby withy mine, but it took some trial and error.

I used the cpap back in 2016/17. Tried a few mask variations but none of them made me sleep better. Im a light sleeper which makes the cpap about impossible for me to sleep with. Im really reluctant to try it again.

 

[boomer]

The mask makes a huge difference in comfort. Instead of tossing the machine, try a different mask. I sleep like a baby withy mine, but it took some trial and error.

I love my machine with the nasal pillows. Way less intrusive than a full mask.

 

[fast306stang]

I love my machine with the nasal pillows. Way less intrusive than a full mask.

This is what I use. Took awhile to get used to it but I can't sleep without it now.

Also the newer machines (mine is a few years old now) are auto-paps...they adjust the pressure automatically like every 3 breaths. LOTS better than the continuous pressure ones.

OP, did you have an auto-pap or a c-pap? C-paps are difficult to get used to bc you have to manually adjust the pressure and it would take me a few days of trial and error to figure out what pressure I needed, it varies throughout the year due to allergies/cold/weather fluctuations...etc.

 

[keith089]

I’m severe, can’t wear the mask reminds me of Chem gear
I was approved by the VA for inspire, but now they found an aneurism in my heart, so I have to wait until that is safe
I got a full motion bed, lift up the head and feet so I can’t roll over, and learner to sleep like that , at least when I can sleep

 

[BillsCamino]

No CPAP here but drink heavily

 

[Treehawk]

20 plus years on my cpap and can't function without it. It is a bit of a struggle at first but give it time and you will adjust to it.

 

[basstracker89]

Never heard of anyone not have troubles with that. I just snore and that's the way it is......I'm retired, so I rest when I'm tired......Life ain't bad...... I did stop breathing one night. Woke suffacating. My sinus drained into my throat and stopped it completely up. Scary for a moment. Only had that happen once my whole life

 

[harrycalahan]

This is what I use. Took awhile to get used to it but I can't sleep without it now.

Also the newer machines (mine is a few years old now) are auto-paps...they adjust the pressure automatically like every 3 breaths. LOTS better than the continuous pressure ones.

OP, did you have an auto-pap or a c-pap? C-paps are difficult to get used to bc you have to manually adjust the pressure and it would take me a few days of trial and error to figure out what pressure I needed, it varies throughout the year due to allergies/cold/weather fluctuations...etc.

Auto pap I guess 🤷🏻. I dunno. Resmed or Resned or something like that.

Im going to start taking B1 vitamin and continue researching. Cpap is not the answer. Seems like a bandaid to me. It keeps people alive but doesnt correct the problem.