Sleep Apnea?
Q. Can we die during sleep, if we have sleep APNEA? I mean, in severe cases. Thanks. Can anyone give me tips of how to avoid it? I know some, but I would like to know if there is a cure for it.
Asked by TARAJA - Sat Jan 26 10:39:26 2008 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Can we die sleep
Answered by aden s - Sat Jan 26 11:55:28 2008
Q. Can we die during sleep, if we have sleep APNEA? I mean, in severe cases. Thanks. Can anyone give me tips of how to avoid it? I know some, but I would like to know if there is a cure for it.
Asked by TARAJA - Sat Jan 26 10:39:26 2008 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Can we die sleep
Answered by aden s - Sat Jan 26 11:55:28 2008
Sleep apnea?
Q. I have sleep apnea is there somthing over the counter to help?
Asked by Tommy C - Thu Jan 3 00:56:04 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The best remedy for sleep apnea is to get outfitted with a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine which provides back pressure to keep your airway open. You need to have a sleep study to determine the settings for the machine. If you do nothing you risk consequences like heart disease and your sleep will be poor, making you tired all day. It also helps to lose weight. My brother lost 50 pounds and was able to get rid of his CPAP machine by taking a sleep study that showed he was able to maintain his oxygen level all night without the CPAP. I don't know of any medication that can treat sleep apnea.
Answered by Abuelo - Thu Jan 3 01:09:40 2008
Q. I have sleep apnea is there somthing over the counter to help?
Asked by Tommy C - Thu Jan 3 00:56:04 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The best remedy for sleep apnea is to get outfitted with a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine which provides back pressure to keep your airway open. You need to have a sleep study to determine the settings for the machine. If you do nothing you risk consequences like heart disease and your sleep will be poor, making you tired all day. It also helps to lose weight. My brother lost 50 pounds and was able to get rid of his CPAP machine by taking a sleep study that showed he was able to maintain his oxygen level all night without the CPAP. I don't know of any medication that can treat sleep apnea.
Answered by Abuelo - Thu Jan 3 01:09:40 2008
Is sleep apnea a condition your born with or can u develop it?
Q. I used to sleep through the night without waking up most of the time. Now I wake up maybe 3 or 4 times a night. I never get restful sleep. I also experience a lot of sleep paralysis. Could this be linked to sleep apnea?
Asked by Glornak 7 - Wed Dec 10 15:18:59 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. What Is Sleep Apnea? Are you feeling sleepy all the time? Do you snore? Is your doctor having a difficult time treating your high blood pressure? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then you might have Sleep Apnea (also called Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA). Sleep Apnea is a condition involving pauses or decreases in breathing during sleep. It is usually due to airway collapse. This collapse occurs in the nose and/or the throat - anywhere from where air enters the nostrils to the back of the tongue. Imagine a straw collapsing when trying to suck on a thick milkshake. Frequently, this airway collapsibility problem is inherited and starts in childhood. In the daytime, it is not a problem because there is good muscle-tone… [cont.]
Answered by bcgreybear - Fri Dec 12 21:50:35 2008
Q. I used to sleep through the night without waking up most of the time. Now I wake up maybe 3 or 4 times a night. I never get restful sleep. I also experience a lot of sleep paralysis. Could this be linked to sleep apnea?
Asked by Glornak 7 - Wed Dec 10 15:18:59 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. What Is Sleep Apnea? Are you feeling sleepy all the time? Do you snore? Is your doctor having a difficult time treating your high blood pressure? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then you might have Sleep Apnea (also called Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA). Sleep Apnea is a condition involving pauses or decreases in breathing during sleep. It is usually due to airway collapse. This collapse occurs in the nose and/or the throat - anywhere from where air enters the nostrils to the back of the tongue. Imagine a straw collapsing when trying to suck on a thick milkshake. Frequently, this airway collapsibility problem is inherited and starts in childhood. In the daytime, it is not a problem because there is good muscle-tone… [cont.]
Answered by bcgreybear - Fri Dec 12 21:50:35 2008
Can a person bring a sleep apnea machine aboard an airplane when flying internationally?
Q. I have sleep apnea and use a sleep apnea breathing machine when sleeping (no oxygen) with a mask and distilled water. When travelling on an airplane internationally can I bring it with me so it is with me at the other country when I get there?
Asked by nwafanusa1 - Tue Jul 7 01:13:57 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Hello ! I know that most personnel at security checkpoints in airports are familiar with CPAP machines. t's advisable to carry along your prescription and/or statement of medical necessity from your physician so that you can demonstrate the need for your CPAP machine. I found from different sources that many CPAP users report no problems getting through the X-ray machine and passing the subsequent explosives and chemical tests, while others are forced to check their CPAP machines because they don't pass the X-ray check. My recommendation would therefore be to expect to be able to take your CPAP machine on an airplane with you, but don't be surprised if you end up having to check it. And don't forget your prescription from your doctor!… [cont.]
Answered by Remy - Tue Jul 7 17:03:46 2009
Q. I have sleep apnea and use a sleep apnea breathing machine when sleeping (no oxygen) with a mask and distilled water. When travelling on an airplane internationally can I bring it with me so it is with me at the other country when I get there?
Asked by nwafanusa1 - Tue Jul 7 01:13:57 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Hello ! I know that most personnel at security checkpoints in airports are familiar with CPAP machines. t's advisable to carry along your prescription and/or statement of medical necessity from your physician so that you can demonstrate the need for your CPAP machine. I found from different sources that many CPAP users report no problems getting through the X-ray machine and passing the subsequent explosives and chemical tests, while others are forced to check their CPAP machines because they don't pass the X-ray check. My recommendation would therefore be to expect to be able to take your CPAP machine on an airplane with you, but don't be surprised if you end up having to check it. And don't forget your prescription from your doctor!… [cont.]
Answered by Remy - Tue Jul 7 17:03:46 2009
Is there any other way to treat sleep apnea than using the mask?
Q. I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea recently and have started using the C-Pap machine at night, but i find that i wake up in the middle of the night and take it off because i can't seem to use it right when i roll over . It's frustrating. I just want to sleep thru the night. Any suggestions?
Asked by Linda D - Wed Jul 18 11:46:50 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. oral appliances like retaner looking things and stuff, surgeries and such but the cpap is most effective. You may need a new mask. Did you get a fitted properly for the mask, there are a ton so just a pick of small medium large doesn't cover it sometimes, as for the tubing and rolling over My respratory therapist puts a hook above her bed for the tube.
Answered by Jessie - Wed Jul 18 11:53:09 2007
Q. I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea recently and have started using the C-Pap machine at night, but i find that i wake up in the middle of the night and take it off because i can't seem to use it right when i roll over . It's frustrating. I just want to sleep thru the night. Any suggestions?
Asked by Linda D - Wed Jul 18 11:46:50 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. oral appliances like retaner looking things and stuff, surgeries and such but the cpap is most effective. You may need a new mask. Did you get a fitted properly for the mask, there are a ton so just a pick of small medium large doesn't cover it sometimes, as for the tubing and rolling over My respratory therapist puts a hook above her bed for the tube.
Answered by Jessie - Wed Jul 18 11:53:09 2007
What other problems could be mistaken for sleep apnea?
Q. I have many symptoms of sleep apnea but my sleep study shows that it is not an issue. I am tired all the time, no energy or motivation. Depression and anxiety are a major problem. I wake up many times a night feeling like I cannot catch my breath, like my chest is very heavy and not getting enough air/oxygen. What other conditions could cause these symptoms?
Asked by eatme - Thu Oct 22 08:51:33 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Did they check your limb movements while you were in for the sleep study? Periodic Limb Movement Syndrome & Restless Leg Movement Syndrome can both create excessive daytime sleepiness, as can Idiopathic Hypersomnia. Depression and thyroid problems should also be ruled out. Sleep issues can affect mood and depression issues can affect sleep. It's often difficult to tease the two apart. Because of the breathing problem, allergies and asthma should also be looked at as the potential cause.
Answered by Kit - Thu Oct 22 17:10:07 2009
Q. I have many symptoms of sleep apnea but my sleep study shows that it is not an issue. I am tired all the time, no energy or motivation. Depression and anxiety are a major problem. I wake up many times a night feeling like I cannot catch my breath, like my chest is very heavy and not getting enough air/oxygen. What other conditions could cause these symptoms?
Asked by eatme - Thu Oct 22 08:51:33 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Did they check your limb movements while you were in for the sleep study? Periodic Limb Movement Syndrome & Restless Leg Movement Syndrome can both create excessive daytime sleepiness, as can Idiopathic Hypersomnia. Depression and thyroid problems should also be ruled out. Sleep issues can affect mood and depression issues can affect sleep. It's often difficult to tease the two apart. Because of the breathing problem, allergies and asthma should also be looked at as the potential cause.
Answered by Kit - Thu Oct 22 17:10:07 2009
this is for those that have sleep apnea. How do you get used to the cpap machine?
Q. I am having a sleep apnea test done soon and may have to use the machine. I had the sleep apnea long time ago but I couldn't get used to the machine so I sent it back.
Asked by ougal - Tue Dec 12 22:50:41 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sleep apnea machines and masks have come along way in the last 2 years. 1st make sure that the home care co. that is setting up the equipment will work with you, if they aren't willing to, go to another company! You are the customer and they CAN get you comfortable with something. There are so many different masks & nasal pillows available, not to mention what they are doing with the machines now! Puritan Bennett has a machine that is about the size of the 1st personnal CD players they came out with in the 80's, and Respironics has machines that work with your breathing pattern!(check out their web sites) This is something you need to be pro-active about. Lack of sleep does so many bad things to your body- poor memory, weight gain,… [cont.]
Answered by misashea - Wed Dec 13 00:33:52 2006
Q. I am having a sleep apnea test done soon and may have to use the machine. I had the sleep apnea long time ago but I couldn't get used to the machine so I sent it back.
Asked by ougal - Tue Dec 12 22:50:41 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sleep apnea machines and masks have come along way in the last 2 years. 1st make sure that the home care co. that is setting up the equipment will work with you, if they aren't willing to, go to another company! You are the customer and they CAN get you comfortable with something. There are so many different masks & nasal pillows available, not to mention what they are doing with the machines now! Puritan Bennett has a machine that is about the size of the 1st personnal CD players they came out with in the 80's, and Respironics has machines that work with your breathing pattern!(check out their web sites) This is something you need to be pro-active about. Lack of sleep does so many bad things to your body- poor memory, weight gain,… [cont.]
Answered by misashea - Wed Dec 13 00:33:52 2006
Can sleep apnea cause palpitations during the day?
Q. My heart skips beats all through the day, and my heart rate stays well above one hundred all of the time. I have been to a cardiologist, and he gave me a stress test and a ultrasound of my heart. Every thing came back normal. So, I would like to know what is causing this because it is driving me crazy!! I have a history of sleep apnea, but I am not sure if this is the problem.
Asked by momofemj - Tue Feb 5 08:49:29 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Untreated sleep apnea can cause all sorts of problems, both physical and emotional. Your organs, such as your heart, simply do not get enough oxygen to function well. It may be that you also have anxiety, which can also cause palpitations. You really ought to be tested for sleep apnea in a sleep lab, and then get a CPAP machine to wear over your nose at night. You will feel better within a week or so, and the distressing symptoms will go away. been there, done that. My very best wishes to you.
Answered by mairzydoatz - Tue Feb 5 08:57:05 2008
Q. My heart skips beats all through the day, and my heart rate stays well above one hundred all of the time. I have been to a cardiologist, and he gave me a stress test and a ultrasound of my heart. Every thing came back normal. So, I would like to know what is causing this because it is driving me crazy!! I have a history of sleep apnea, but I am not sure if this is the problem.
Asked by momofemj - Tue Feb 5 08:49:29 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Untreated sleep apnea can cause all sorts of problems, both physical and emotional. Your organs, such as your heart, simply do not get enough oxygen to function well. It may be that you also have anxiety, which can also cause palpitations. You really ought to be tested for sleep apnea in a sleep lab, and then get a CPAP machine to wear over your nose at night. You will feel better within a week or so, and the distressing symptoms will go away. been there, done that. My very best wishes to you.
Answered by mairzydoatz - Tue Feb 5 08:57:05 2008
What else can a sleep apnea test tell you about your health?
Q. Went to a sleep apnea test. What else can Physicians tell about such a test. I was hocked up to about 36 different electro cables. Thanks. I looked very funny after being hocked up to all these electrodes. Thanks. I looked very funny after being hocked up to all these electrodes.
Asked by angelikabertrand64 - Mon Feb 2 17:39:12 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. A polysonogram or sleep study can identify about 80 plus different sleep disoders. Sleep apnea is by far the most common. It can tell if you have any siezures or brain wave abnormalities from the EEG They can tell if you have any heart rythm abnormalities from the EKG. The leg wires are EMG and they can tell if you have restless leg syndrome. The wire on your finger can tell what your oxygen level is all night. Other wires include the snore microphone, flow sensor (in the nose), the face electrodes are generally EMG wires. They can tell when you are in REM. The belts around the chest are to show respiratory and abdominal effort. It helps to determine if you have central sleep apnea vs. obstructive sleep apnea. Hope this helps
Answered by Mary - Mon Feb 2 17:48:50 2009
Q. Went to a sleep apnea test. What else can Physicians tell about such a test. I was hocked up to about 36 different electro cables. Thanks. I looked very funny after being hocked up to all these electrodes. Thanks. I looked very funny after being hocked up to all these electrodes.
Asked by angelikabertrand64 - Mon Feb 2 17:39:12 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. A polysonogram or sleep study can identify about 80 plus different sleep disoders. Sleep apnea is by far the most common. It can tell if you have any siezures or brain wave abnormalities from the EEG They can tell if you have any heart rythm abnormalities from the EKG. The leg wires are EMG and they can tell if you have restless leg syndrome. The wire on your finger can tell what your oxygen level is all night. Other wires include the snore microphone, flow sensor (in the nose), the face electrodes are generally EMG wires. They can tell when you are in REM. The belts around the chest are to show respiratory and abdominal effort. It helps to determine if you have central sleep apnea vs. obstructive sleep apnea. Hope this helps
Answered by Mary - Mon Feb 2 17:48:50 2009
Is it possible that sleep apnea may contribute to night leg cramps?
Q. 70 year old, male with night cramps approximately 5 hours after falling asleep. He appears to have sleep apnea that is untreated at this time. Takes Prednisone, blood pressure medicine and Crestor. Could the sleep apnea contribute to the leg cramps?
Asked by ELPIE - Sat Jul 3 17:13:30 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. 70 year old, male with night cramps approximately 5 hours after falling asleep. He appears to have sleep apnea that is untreated at this time. Takes Prednisone, blood pressure medicine and Crestor. Could the sleep apnea contribute to the leg cramps?
Asked by ELPIE - Sat Jul 3 17:13:30 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
How long does it take to recover from throat surgery for sleep apnea?
Q. I recently had throat surgery for sleep apnea. My throat is exptremely sore, especially when I swollow. How long will this last?
Asked by John R - Mon Jun 4 19:04:59 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I had a client who had the same surgery you describe and it took her about 6 weeks to finally feel normal. Take care of yourself and get as much rest as you possibly can - this will help your body heal. You'll probably feel some residual from the surgery (depending on how sensitive you were to the anesthesia they gave you) for about another month or two.
Answered by kokopeli706 - Mon Jun 4 19:11:58 2007
Q. I recently had throat surgery for sleep apnea. My throat is exptremely sore, especially when I swollow. How long will this last?
Asked by John R - Mon Jun 4 19:04:59 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I had a client who had the same surgery you describe and it took her about 6 weeks to finally feel normal. Take care of yourself and get as much rest as you possibly can - this will help your body heal. You'll probably feel some residual from the surgery (depending on how sensitive you were to the anesthesia they gave you) for about another month or two.
Answered by kokopeli706 - Mon Jun 4 19:11:58 2007
How can I remove mental fog due to years of sleep apnea?
Q. I feel like my mind is weak because I had sleep apnea all through school. I am in my mind 20's and have sleep apnea due to the structure of my body (I am not overweight which is the usual cause). I did ok in school but I just feel like I didn't absorb everything I needed to. What would you do? I know use C-PAP and have been for a few month and am feeling a lot better. Any advice would help. Thanks.
Asked by investingharmoney - Mon May 11 09:42:26 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yoga or martial arts(from a good school where they teach mind to focus and not only combat)
Answered by crenshaw_jo - Mon May 11 09:50:33 2009
Q. I feel like my mind is weak because I had sleep apnea all through school. I am in my mind 20's and have sleep apnea due to the structure of my body (I am not overweight which is the usual cause). I did ok in school but I just feel like I didn't absorb everything I needed to. What would you do? I know use C-PAP and have been for a few month and am feeling a lot better. Any advice would help. Thanks.
Asked by investingharmoney - Mon May 11 09:42:26 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yoga or martial arts(from a good school where they teach mind to focus and not only combat)
Answered by crenshaw_jo - Mon May 11 09:50:33 2009
Can sleep apnea make me so tired that I feel like sleeping 20 hours a day?
Q. There were 2 days in the past few months when I slept for 20 hours Was that because of the sleep apnea?
Asked by Charles - Fri Feb 5 15:19:55 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you have sleep apnea and it is not being treated properly, then yes.
Answered by superbeth98 - Fri Feb 5 15:24:48 2010
Q. There were 2 days in the past few months when I slept for 20 hours Was that because of the sleep apnea?
Asked by Charles - Fri Feb 5 15:19:55 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you have sleep apnea and it is not being treated properly, then yes.
Answered by superbeth98 - Fri Feb 5 15:24:48 2010
how can you tell the difference between nocturnal panic attacks and sleep apnea?
Q. how can you tell the difference between nocturnal panic attacks and sleep apnea? are there any signs or anything.. i usually wake up very shortly after falling asleep and i feel like my body is shaking and then sometimes i wake up feeling like i need deeper breathes..
Asked by Tay B - Mon Mar 29 12:21:48 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sleep apnea you actually stop breathing, but panic attacks you just get rapid breathing. You need to do a sleep study or have someone watch you all night to see if you stop breathing.
Answered by af - Mon Mar 29 12:23:54 2010
Q. how can you tell the difference between nocturnal panic attacks and sleep apnea? are there any signs or anything.. i usually wake up very shortly after falling asleep and i feel like my body is shaking and then sometimes i wake up feeling like i need deeper breathes..
Asked by Tay B - Mon Mar 29 12:21:48 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sleep apnea you actually stop breathing, but panic attacks you just get rapid breathing. You need to do a sleep study or have someone watch you all night to see if you stop breathing.
Answered by af - Mon Mar 29 12:23:54 2010
What are some ways for me to get rid of sleep apnea?
Q. I've been told I need to wear a little mask attached to a small machine for my sleep disorder. What are some ways to get rid of sleep apnea? I know one way is to lose weight. My goal is to lose at least 20 pounds.
Asked by RYAN O - Fri Mar 5 23:01:34 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
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Answered by Myah - Fri Mar 5 23:08:01 2010
Q. I've been told I need to wear a little mask attached to a small machine for my sleep disorder. What are some ways to get rid of sleep apnea? I know one way is to lose weight. My goal is to lose at least 20 pounds.
Asked by RYAN O - Fri Mar 5 23:01:34 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Colon cleaning is the new method to shed weight. Researchers have illustrated the point that not all unwanted weight is thanks to additional fat, a great deal of weight basically rests there in your colon, and all you need to do is flush it out. has a risk free trial on currently, give it a try out, you could shed as much as 20 pounds!
Answered by Myah - Fri Mar 5 23:08:01 2010
Are there any natural ways to treat sleep apnea?
Q. I have just been diagnosed with sleep apnea, and I;m awaiting the appointment with the pulmonologist. Just wondering what to do in the meantime.
Asked by SANDJOY54 - Thu Jan 10 05:24:09 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Natural cures for sleep apnea There are several natural medicines for sleeping problems that might help with sleep apnea. However, it s best to consult someone such as a homeopathic physician -- about taking any of these. He or she might recommend one or several of them in some combination Here are some natural treatments that could work if you have only a mild case of sleep apnea. *Minimize your use of alcohol, antihistamines, or tranquilizers. *Make sure you get treatment for allergies and colds or sinus problems. *Develop regular sleep habits, and especially make sure you get enough sleep at night. *Gargle with salt water to shrink your tonsils *Try sleeping on your side or sitting up rather than sleeping on your back. *Don't [cont.]
Answered by PJ - Thu Jan 10 05:27:56 2008
Q. I have just been diagnosed with sleep apnea, and I;m awaiting the appointment with the pulmonologist. Just wondering what to do in the meantime.
Asked by SANDJOY54 - Thu Jan 10 05:24:09 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Natural cures for sleep apnea There are several natural medicines for sleeping problems that might help with sleep apnea. However, it s best to consult someone such as a homeopathic physician -- about taking any of these. He or she might recommend one or several of them in some combination Here are some natural treatments that could work if you have only a mild case of sleep apnea. *Minimize your use of alcohol, antihistamines, or tranquilizers. *Make sure you get treatment for allergies and colds or sinus problems. *Develop regular sleep habits, and especially make sure you get enough sleep at night. *Gargle with salt water to shrink your tonsils *Try sleeping on your side or sitting up rather than sleeping on your back. *Don't [cont.]
Answered by PJ - Thu Jan 10 05:27:56 2008
What kind of doctor would you go to for snoring/sleep apnea?
Q. My husband and I are having severe problems with snoring. I think he suffers from sleep apnea. Would a GP treat this or should he go straight to an ENT?
Asked by Proud Mommy - Wed Apr 16 12:25:46 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Neurologist could refer him to a Sleep Pathologist to have a Sleep Study done, to see if he needs a CPAP or something like that. If you don't have insurance, the sleep study is quite expensive. A normal doctor should be able to refer him to the right place though, he shouldn't have to go to a neurologist for it.
Answered by Stacia - Wed Apr 16 12:34:27 2008
Q. My husband and I are having severe problems with snoring. I think he suffers from sleep apnea. Would a GP treat this or should he go straight to an ENT?
Asked by Proud Mommy - Wed Apr 16 12:25:46 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Neurologist could refer him to a Sleep Pathologist to have a Sleep Study done, to see if he needs a CPAP or something like that. If you don't have insurance, the sleep study is quite expensive. A normal doctor should be able to refer him to the right place though, he shouldn't have to go to a neurologist for it.
Answered by Stacia - Wed Apr 16 12:34:27 2008
How can I repair damage to my mind from years of sleep apnea? I have had it my whole life and didn't know?
Q. I feel like my mind is weak because I had sleep apnea all through school. I am in my mind 20's and have sleep apnea due to the structure of my body (I am not overweight which is the usual cause). I did ok in school but I just feel like I didn't absorb everything I needed to. What would you do? I know use C-PAP and have been for a few month and am feeling a lot better.
Asked by investingharmoney - Mon May 11 09:41:06 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sleep Apnea is a serious condition and can cause or worsen lots of physical problems like high blood pressure and hart disease but has not been shown to have any long-term effects on brain function. Stay with your C-PAP though because it could save your life over the long run.
Answered by pyro_alchemist - Tue May 12 22:18:51 2009
Q. I feel like my mind is weak because I had sleep apnea all through school. I am in my mind 20's and have sleep apnea due to the structure of my body (I am not overweight which is the usual cause). I did ok in school but I just feel like I didn't absorb everything I needed to. What would you do? I know use C-PAP and have been for a few month and am feeling a lot better.
Asked by investingharmoney - Mon May 11 09:41:06 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sleep Apnea is a serious condition and can cause or worsen lots of physical problems like high blood pressure and hart disease but has not been shown to have any long-term effects on brain function. Stay with your C-PAP though because it could save your life over the long run.
Answered by pyro_alchemist - Tue May 12 22:18:51 2009
How do you control your sleep apnea?
Q. Does taking naps make you sleep apnea worse or better> ?? My husband has sleep apnea, mild to high condition. 28 years old, smoker, 20 lbs over weight, no significant excersize daily. What are some ways to help ruduce his tiredness, and also improve his condition??
Asked by KC - Mon Dec 4 20:44:26 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sorry this is long, but hopefully helpful. There are several things that can cause sleep apnea. There are three types: obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, and mixed sleep apnea. A blockage or narrowing of the airways in your nose, mouth, or throat generally causes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This usually occurs when the throat muscles and tongue relax during sleep and partially block the airway. Smoking can inflame the tissues of the throat increasing the risk of blockage. His weight can be a factor as well. This is the most common type. Central sleep apnea is caused by a dysfunction in the thalamus area of the brain and the mechanism that controls your breathing. Mixed apnea is a disorder that combines obstructive… [cont.]
Answered by justmyopinion - Mon Dec 4 21:31:11 2006
Q. Does taking naps make you sleep apnea worse or better> ?? My husband has sleep apnea, mild to high condition. 28 years old, smoker, 20 lbs over weight, no significant excersize daily. What are some ways to help ruduce his tiredness, and also improve his condition??
Asked by KC - Mon Dec 4 20:44:26 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sorry this is long, but hopefully helpful. There are several things that can cause sleep apnea. There are three types: obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, and mixed sleep apnea. A blockage or narrowing of the airways in your nose, mouth, or throat generally causes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This usually occurs when the throat muscles and tongue relax during sleep and partially block the airway. Smoking can inflame the tissues of the throat increasing the risk of blockage. His weight can be a factor as well. This is the most common type. Central sleep apnea is caused by a dysfunction in the thalamus area of the brain and the mechanism that controls your breathing. Mixed apnea is a disorder that combines obstructive… [cont.]
Answered by justmyopinion - Mon Dec 4 21:31:11 2006
What can I do while I wait for my sleep apnea test results?
Q. I am scheduled to have a sleep apnea sleep study next Saturday, but I was wondering, since it takes three weeks for the results of the study, what can I do to improve my sleep and breathing until then. I am fairly certain I have sleep apnea but I cannot get the mask until we are for sure about it. I am tired all the time, what can I do about this?
Asked by eatme - Sat Oct 3 13:15:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here is what you can do, but I don't know how much will help you: * try sleeping on your side rather than sleeping on your back as it can produces loud snores because of blockages. * elevate the head when you sleep. This measure can alleviate snoring and make breathing easier. * Use an air humidifier at nighttime to make the air moister. * don't smoke for at leas several hours prior to bedtime. Doing so, the smoke can cause the airways to tighten in the neck, worsening sleep apnea. * maintain regular sleep hours. In my case, I had to quit my shift work job, to have a normal sleep. * use a nasal dilator, saline nasal spray or breathe right strips to help open nasal passages. I hope it helps!
Answered by Remy - Sat Oct 3 16:37:23 2009
Q. I am scheduled to have a sleep apnea sleep study next Saturday, but I was wondering, since it takes three weeks for the results of the study, what can I do to improve my sleep and breathing until then. I am fairly certain I have sleep apnea but I cannot get the mask until we are for sure about it. I am tired all the time, what can I do about this?
Asked by eatme - Sat Oct 3 13:15:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here is what you can do, but I don't know how much will help you: * try sleeping on your side rather than sleeping on your back as it can produces loud snores because of blockages. * elevate the head when you sleep. This measure can alleviate snoring and make breathing easier. * Use an air humidifier at nighttime to make the air moister. * don't smoke for at leas several hours prior to bedtime. Doing so, the smoke can cause the airways to tighten in the neck, worsening sleep apnea. * maintain regular sleep hours. In my case, I had to quit my shift work job, to have a normal sleep. * use a nasal dilator, saline nasal spray or breathe right strips to help open nasal passages. I hope it helps!
Answered by Remy - Sat Oct 3 16:37:23 2009
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Sleep apnea. is indicated while developing a momentary stoppage of the individual's breathing throughout his rest. The outcome of needing . sleep apnea. is having day time sleepiness, being anxious and also obtaining headaches and also loss ...
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