Sleep:Snoring and Sleep Apnea
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Video: Perspectives on Snoring and Sleep Apnea
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Apnea and ObesityA big neck and a high BMI puts you at risk
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CPAP TherapyYou'll wish you'd tried it sooner
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Partners and SpousesMy wife convinced me to get tested
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A Lifesaving Machine"I am confident that I will wake up"
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MY STORY
My Night in the Lab: What a Sleep Study Really Feels Like
Eric finally got answers about his poor sleep and disruptive snoring
My wife has trouble sleeping because of snoring, irregular breathing, and teeth grinding: mine. I've been reluctant to address my problems, though I'm often tired due to poor-quality sleep; I sometimes doze on the couch like my dad did when I was growing up. Recently I decided to get help ... Read More
Weight Gain and Sleep Apnea: How 2 Patients Beat the Vicious Cycle
Mark's breathing problems decreased as he dropped pounds
Being overweight or obese is one of the main risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea, but the connection doesn't stop there. Most sleep apnea patients carry at least a few extra pounds, and doctors stress diet and exercise as part of their treatment, but getting back to a healthy weight can be difficult... Read More
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Expert David Rapoport Gives Advice on Sleep Apnea, CPAP, and Alternative Therapies
Dr. David Rapoport
Director of the Sleep Medicine Program at the NYU School of Medicine
Q: I just started using my CPAP machine and have noticed a big improvement in my sleep. Do I need to use it every night?
A: Absolutely. Studies have shown that the moment you remove your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask, obstructive sleep apnea returns. While you may be able to get away with one or two nights without the machine, the symptoms will eventually come back. It's simple: If you don't wear the mask, you will have sleep apnea episodes. Read More
A: Absolutely. Studies have shown that the moment you remove your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask, obstructive sleep apnea returns. While you may be able to get away with one or two nights without the machine, the symptoms will eventually come back. It's simple: If you don't wear the mask, you will have sleep apnea episodes. Read More
ONLINE RESOURCES
The Best Websites About Snoring, Sleep Apnea, and CPAP Therapy
- Site: University of Maryland Medical Center
- Who it's for: Anyone who suspects they have sleep apnea
- Why we like it: This sleep apnea questionnaire is short (just five questions), but it weighs the high-risk factors for sleep apnea and gives you solid information to take to your doctor.
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5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Sleep Apnea
- Are you a certified sleep specialist or working in conjunction with one?Why you should ask this question: A primary care physician may suspect that you have sleep apnea—and some will even order tests—but it's important that you consult with a certified sleep doctor, who can rule out other conditions and decide on the best treatment for you, before a diagnosis is made.
