Sleep Apnea 5: Deus ex Machina

My CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine arrives and Jim (the respiratory therapist) shows me how to use it.

Much thanks to Jim for his patience and dedication. I have been lucky to have the best healthcare providers in this experience.

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[tunisianswife]

fantastic, informative series. So glad to see by your comments that you are starting to feel 'normal' again.

[FantasticBabblings]

It is amazing how well the machine works. I've grown accustomed to it. Putting it on is still an inconvenience, but once it is on I have no problem sleeping with it.

[TonyDi]

What a contraption. Takes some getting used to I know from the accounts of friends who use them. BUT the benefits are paramount. Makes for more restful, peaceful and refreshing sleep. Hope it works for you. Must consider getting checked out to be sure things aren't bad otherwise it's time to consider things like this. THANKS for a great series Phil on a really important issue.

[FantasticBabblings]

The mask is irritating my face, but the Dr. has prescribed a different one. We'll see.

[debbiez112]

another great video. I enjoyed the whole series. Lots of good information. I hope this makes you feel 10 years younger.

[FantasticBabblings]

I already feel ten years younger. You notice the results very quickly.

[MrGrouchy365]

BTW, my pulmonologist said it is widely understood to be impossible to lose weight until the sleep apnea is treated.

[MrGrouchy365]

I found the series most informative as I await my own sleep study in less than a week now. However, I cannot find the promised followup after 5 Deus Ex Machina. Was that followup video ever made?

[Yalf111]

Can you please do an update no how you feel now?

[jball1954]

The "contraption" actually DOES address the weight problem. Sleep apnea can contribute to being overweight, and treatment can help you lose weight. Be informed before mouthing off.

[the49ersuck]

going for my sleep study next week. was just wondering how the mask and all that goes with it is going? are you still using it? on a scale of 1-10 how much do you think it has helped you? thank you for the info.

[AmethystAngeleyes]

I've been using my cpap since june 3/09 i use a fisher-paykel flexifit 407, very comfie but i have the red mark

across the bridge of my nose...started at a "pimple" type thing....gonna try remzzz liners and see if that helps......did your red marks ever stop???

[Digitalbumpin]

And HERE is where they wanted you.

A contraption on your face instead of addressing the real problem, your weight.

[1992peter]

Well done.

I am VERY PROUD OF YOU.

THAT IS EXCELENT!

Congradulations!

[1992peter]

The tubes are called cannuli.

Or a cannula.

They fit in your nostrils, and they seal tightly, so that air can be pressed in.

Pressurized air.