CPAP Continuous Positive Airway Pressure

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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

This is a bit of what I go through.

Here is more on the subject:

Forty­-five percent of normal adults snore at least occasionally, and 25 percent are habitual snorers. Problem snoring is more frequent in males and overweight persons and it usually grows worse with age. Snoring sounds are caused when there is an obstruction to the free flow of air through the passages at the back of the mouth and nose.

Only recently have the adverse medical effects of snoring and its association with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) been recognized. Various methods are used to alleviate snoring and/or OSA. They include behavior modification, sleep positioning, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), and Laser Assisted Uvula Palatoplasty (LAUP), and jaw adjustment techniques.

What Is Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)?

Nasal CPAP delivers air into your airway through a specially designed nasal mask or pillows. The mask does not breathe for you; the flow of air creates enough pressure when you inhale to keep your airway open. CPAP is considered the most effective nonsurgical treatment for the alleviation of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

If your otolaryngologist determines that the CPAP treatment is right for you, you will be required to wear the nasal mask every night. During this treatment, you may have to undertake a significant change in lifestyle. That change could consist of losing weight, quitting smoking, or adopting a new exercise regimen.

Before the invention of the nasal CPAP, a recommended course of action for a patient with sleep apnea or habitual snoring was a tracheostomy, or creating a temporary opening in the windpipe. The CPAP treatment has been found to be nearly 100 percent effective in eliminating sleep apnea and snoring when used correctly and will eliminate the necessity of a surgical procedure.

So, If I Use A Nasal CPAP I Will Never Need Surgery?
With the exception of some patients with severe nasal obstruction, CPAP has been found to be nearly 100 percent effective, although it does not cure the problem. However, studies have shown that long­term compliance in wearing the nasal CPAP is about 70 percent. Some people have found the device to be claustrophobic or have difficulty using it when traveling. If you find that you cannot wear a nasal CPAP each night, a surgical solution might be necessary. Your otolaryngologist will advise you of the best course of action.

Should You Consider CPAP?
If you have significant sleep apnea, you may be a prime for CPAP. Your otolaryngologist will evaluate you and ask the following questions: * Do you snore loudly and disturb your family and friends? * Do you have daytime sleepiness? * Do you wake up frequently in the middle of the night? * Do you have frequent episodes of obstructed breathing during sleep? * Do you have morning headaches or tiredness?

Suitability for CPAP use is determined after a review of your medical history, lifestyle factors (alcohol and tobacco intake as well as exercise), cardiovascular condition, and current medications. You will also receive a physical and otorhinolaryngological (ear, nose, and throat) examination to evaluate your airway.

Before receiving the nasal mask, you would need to have the proper CPAP pressure set during a "sleep study." This will complete the evaluation necessary for prescribing the appropriate treatment for your needs.

Category:

Education

Tags:

• CPAP
• UARS
• OSA
• UPPP
• LAUP
• Continuous
• Positive
• Airway
• Pressure
• Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty

[montagninavarro]

Sean, I set out to go for sleep tests as soon as possible.

My question is, did your memory performance improve? That's my primary goal. I easily easily cannot retain things.

Thanks for posting.

[seansymons]

@montagninavarro I have been eating clean, losing weight and sleeping so much better.... the secret is losing weight also while eating clean... I dont have reflux anymore either!

[victormfsv]

@rodlaw60

I have the same condition as you. Could you explain me better your technique? Thanks :)

[justin56549]

so do i it sucks

[bunnybumable]

Hey i have a question, my bf has been using the CPAP for about a year and in the beginning it helped him a lot but after a few months it didnt really do anything. They are thinking about getting UPPP or LAUP and adjusting his jaw, i guess my question is, Is it worth it?? ive heard that the UPPP only really helps for about a year after, is it still helping you with breathing now as much as it did when you first had it done?

[traderjoes]

If the power went out in the middle of the night, what would happen? Would you still be able to breathe with the mask on and no power? Just curious. Thanks.

[margarita0422]

u seem to be a smoker, maybe thats why your condition is still chronic ?

[MacadoeRRO]

This is wonderful.... I am waiting for my 2nd sleep test as the one I did at home came back at 17x per hour... every 3 minutes! this is not hugely high but for a 38 year old it is too high. Anyhow if necessary then I will have the same op you had and if that doesnt help a CPAP... I think husband may prefer the snoring as it is rather intrusive but hey ho... a less cranky wife will have its advantages too! Thanks for a great film. It takes away the fear!

[nampagirl77]

Thanks Sean. Good job. Loved the "CLAP CLAP" lights out!

[bertsbug]

i gota do a sleep test to keep my cdl which i think is bullshit. im sure they will tell me i need one.Keep letting the government run our lives we are losing all our freedoms.

[drloye]

People don't need to be wearing a CPAP. We offer an alternative to the CPAP. Our patients are happy and sleeping well.

[jomomma193]

CPAP is a wonderful, benign treatment that helps lots of people. Very glad you found relief with it.