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If you have a milder form of sleep apnea you may be able to cure it by some simple lifestyle change such as losing any extra weight, or quitting smoking if you smoke. Also avoiding alcohol and other sleeping medicines may help. Sleeping on your side instead of back or using a nasal spray before sleeping may also help. Check with your doctor to find out what form of sleep apnea you have.
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Why is sleep apnea unrecognized?
You can be tested for sleep apnea. Therefore, it can be recognized and even treated.
What type of sleep apnea is treated with mechanical ventilators?
For moderate to severe sleep apnea, the most successful treatment is nighttime use of a ventilator, called a CPAP machine. used to treat both obstructive and central sleep apnea.
How much supplemental oxygen is needed with sleep apnea?
Normally none. Apnea is treated with a CPAP machine, which simply pressurizes normal room air.
What is a similarity between sleep apnea and narcolepsy?
There is no similarity.Sleep apnea is a physical condition. Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder.Sleep apnea is easily treated, most commonly with a CPAP device or sometimes a dental device. Narcolepsy is normally treated with drugs and some behavioural adjustments (like naps).The only thing they have in common is the word "sleep".
How are mild cases of sleep apnea treated?
For mild cases of sleep apnea, simple measures may suffice, such as losing weight through a diet and exercise program, or preventing the person from sleeping on their back.
What is the Definition of Central Sleep Apnea?
Central Sleep Apnea is a disorder in which your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during your sleep. Central Sleep Apnea is less common than Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
What does OSA stand for in sleep apnea?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Is sleep apnea caused by herpes?
Sleep apnea is not caused by herpes.
Is sleep apnea considered as disability?
In Britain, any condition that has a serious and long term negative effect on your ability to function in day-to-day life is considered a disability under the Equality Act 2000. Sleep Apnea can be registered as, and treated as, a disability in many cases.
Are there natural remedies for sleep apnea?
There are several tactics that you can try at home to treat sleep apnea. First, make sure that you get plenty of sleep, apnea tends to be worse when you're not getting enough rest. You may also want try sleeping on your side, losing weight, and avoiding drugs and alcohol. All these things can help to reduce sleep apnea.
Can babies get sleep apnea?
Yes. Sleep apnea can occur at any age
Can anyone tell me some facts and ideas about sleep apnea treatment?
Sleep apnea could be dangerous. Some people with sleep apnea sleep with an oxygen mask on to avoid risks. What you are describing is not sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is about abnormal rhythm in breathing while asleep. Falling asleep while talking to people is another case.
