Rosepetel

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  • I actually am a side sleeper, but from what I understand when you gain weight, you gain it everywhere. Even in your throat, so when you sleep and the muscles relax, the tissue drops into the airway and cuts down on the oxygen you take in. The purpose of the CPAP is to constantly blow air and the air pressure prevents the…
    in Trying to avoid a CPAP Comment by Rosepetel May 2008
  • Hi Beep, My husband also has sleep apnea and he hates wearing his CPAP. He can't roll over and when he does, the mask leaks and makes noise. He just won't use it. Thanks for saying hello!
    in Trying to avoid a CPAP Comment by Rosepetel May 2008
  • Well, I just got the word. My doctor told me I may have sleep apnea! She said that losing weight could help,and if anyone has tried to use a CPAP machine, you will know why I am not anxious to use one. :sad: She recommended this site, so since I can use all the help I can get, here I am. Hello!!
    in Trying to avoid a CPAP Comment by Rosepetel May 2008
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