If these symptoms sound familiar, we encourage you to take our short quiz below to understand whether you may have sleep apnea.
Several new devices have been developed to treat obstructive sleep apnea without the need for CPAP. While these therapies are not recommended as first-line treatments, they offer promise to those who don’t find relief with standard approaches.
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If you experience any of these symptoms regularly when using your CPAP machine, talk with your health care provider to see if you can find a solution.
Built-in humidifier with preheat setting may help with CPAP side effects like dry mouth and nasal irritation
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A number of surgeries can reduce apnea events, though the evidence for their efficacy is limited to small studies.
Choosing the right CPAP machine is an important and complex decision whether you’re buying for the first time or shopping for a replacement. You want to find a machine that works best for your needs, and things like cost, size, noise, portability, and features vary widely between manufacturers. We check here break down all you need to know about finding a CPAP machine and getting it set up.
Because adjustments are made automatically, APAP technology doesn’t require a sleep study to determine the appropriate level of pressure.
Surgeries to the lower airway resolve blockages or collapse caused by the tongue or epiglottis, which is the piece of tissue that prevents food from entering the lungs when a person swallows.
Your headgear may need replacing when the straps become loose or you have difficulty maintaining a good seal when you move
See how your sleep habits and environment measure up and gauge how adjusting behavior can improve sleep quality.