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Humans all need sleep in order for their bodies to function during the next day. Those with sleep disorders are not getting to the REM stage of sleep and not getting enough rest and will fall asleep on the job or behind the wheel of a vehicle. People who suffer from sleep apnea may be eligible for a C-PaP machine (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) to aid in sleep at night. Having been a user of a C-PaP for over 11 years it has helped my symptoms greatly and I can lead a pretty normal life. Whenever I lay down, even for a short nap, I always use the C-PaP machine. For dry climates one can get a humidifier attachment which heats water (use distilled water ONLY) and makes the sleep more comfortable and less drying out in the nasal cavities. Again if you use a humidifier attached to the C-PaP ONLY use distilled water ... the reason being is that all the harmful chemicals have been filtered out and there is no chlorine smell to the water as you are breathing during the night.
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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.
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.
What are the negative effects of a sleep apnea treatment?
Sleep apnea is when one stops breathing during sleep. This can be dangerous and steps taken to prevent dire consequences. All medications have some risks involve and find the one will take some time.
Can babies get sleep apnea?
Yes. Sleep apnea can occur at any age
Why is sleep apnea unrecognized?
You can be tested for sleep apnea. Therefore, it can be recognized and even treated.
What sleep cycle does sleep apnea happen in?
There are two primary types of sleep apnea, central and obstructive. The more common of the two, obstructive sleep apnea, associated with obesity, occurs during REM sleep.
Is sleep apnea contagious?
Sleep apnea is potentially deadly because you can die if you stop breathing in your sleep. Sleep apnea is not contagious, since it is physiological, not a viral or bacterial disease.
Can sleep apnea cause enlarged heart?
Sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder whereby the pharynx closes causing the patient to gasp or even stop breathing in their sleep. Yes, obstructive sleep apnea can cause an enlarged and thickened heart.
What are some of the more common treatments for sleep apnea?
The best thing to do if you suspect that you have sleep apnea is to talk to your doctor. You can also do some throat exercises to treat sleep apnea too.
What is meaning of Apean?
Apnea is a temporary suspension of breathing. It occurs in some newborns (infant apnea) and in some adults during sleep (sleep apnea).
