A pharmacist’s guide for better self-care and daily living.
What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a fairly common sleep disorder involving the cessation of breathing during sleep. This cessation of breathing can last from a few seconds to minutes and can occur hundreds of times during a regular…
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As I discussed in my article about sleep apnea and CPAP therapy, CPAP machines work by delivering constant air pressure to a patient’s airways via tubing connected to a mask strapped over the face. Masks come in a variety of…
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For those patients with sleep apnea who find that CPAP masks do not work for them, is too uncomfortable or burdensome, or are just looking for a different sleep apnea treatment option, there are a couple of main alternatives: surgery…
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