Category: CPAP
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Which CPAP Mask is Best for Stomach Sleepers?
Sleep Apnea is a breathing disorder that affects millions of Americans, many of whom use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine to treat their condition. CPAP treatment requires the use of a mask, which is why many people feel that CPAP users should sleep on their backs because the mask is too large to…
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Will CPAP Increase Blood Oxygen?
Do you have sleep apnea and are on a CPAP machine or your doctor plans to start you on one? If you have sleep apnea, it means that your airways are obstructed, which disrupts your breathing throughout the night. If you’re not breathing properly at night, then you’re not getting enough oxygen. Will CPAP…
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CPAP Machine Cleaning and Disinfecting
Taking care of CPAP equipment is vital for sleep apnea patients to benefit the most from CPAP therapy (as I discussed in my post about sleep apnea). Proper and routine care for CPAP machine cleaning and disinfecting will help: Prevent growth of bacteria and mold Prevent sickness and infection (eg, pneumonia or bronchitis) Keep device…
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Can You Gain Weight From Using a CPAP?
When it comes to sleep and weight, early evaluation and help from a sleep doctor are keys to preventing harm and restoring quality of life. There are excellent chances to get rid of sleep apnea with adequate treatment by a somnologist. And it’s never too late or too early to take an active approach to…
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Can I Sleep on My Side With CPAP Mask?
If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, the risk of choking is much higher if you sleep without a mask. After all, it is the CPAP machine that helps the airways stay open throughout the night. The design of the breathing mask is carefully thought out and has a system for removing carbon dioxide…
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Aircurve 10 vs Airsense10. My Test of New CPAP Machines
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) Machine is an apparatus for the treatment of sleep breathing disorders. It is used in the treatment of snoring, sleep apnea, arterial hypertension, respiratory failure, cardiovascular diseases, daytime sleepiness, obesity, impotence, diabetes, insomnia, depression. The Australian company ResMedTM is known as the manufacturer of the best CPAP machines and equipment…
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Best Portable Power Pack for CPAP My Guide
Do you have sleep apnea and are on a CPAP machine? Are you looking for a portable source of power for your CPAP machine for your next camping trip? Or maybe you need a reliable backup power source for your CPAP machine in case you run into a power outage? For this test, I have…