Sleep Apnea

My life with Sleep Apnea
My sleep apnea story
I have had sleep apnea for years. As a matter of fact, I had it before I even knew there was name for it. My father also had it but he never knew about it. He thought that he just had a hard time sleeping. Sleep apnea symptoms can be treated at least for some people. Breathing machines that push air down your throat is the most common treatment.They are called cpap for continuous air pressure. You wear a mask that is connected to the machine by a hose. The air continually keeps your air way ...

Sleep Apnea A Quick Guide
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is very common, in fact it's as common as adult diabetes, and according to the National Institutes of Health it affects more than twelve million people in America alone. There are three types of apnea with the most common being obstuctive sleep apnea. This as the name suggests is where the airway becomes obstructed usually when the soft tissue at the back of the throat collapses and closes during sleep. Central sleep apnea is caused by the brain failing to signal the muscles to ...

Me and Sleep Apnea
Snoring on holiday
Back in the summer of 2009 I went on a holiday in a caravan with my family.They complained bitterly that I was snoring and keeping them awake. The next day I bought a spray to help with this problem and it was in this packet that I read about Sleep Apnea.

Living with Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea Diagnosis
Sleep apnea is a fairly serious medical disorder in which the airwaves collapse during sleep blocking the flow of oxygen to the brain. While we are awake, the muscles in the back of the throat contract, allowing the oxygen to pass though the air waves freely. When we are asleep, the same soft tissue relaxes and can cause a blockage in the thoat. Our immediate reaction is therefore to respond by waking up to restart the flow of oxygen.

Sleep Apnea: Dying For A Good Night Sleep... Literally
Snore Much?
Ever wake up exhausted, with a headache and dry mouth and you dont have a hangover? Ever fall asleep at work, reading, in front of the TV or driving? Have trouble concentrating? Ever wake up gasping for breath? Does your partner complain you snore? Are you just too tired to live your life? You may have sleep apnea. Talk to your doctor about it. It could change your life, for the better. I did! And I cant impress on you how much better I feel. Thats a picture of me with my new buddy the contin...

My Sleep Apnea Test
My Sleep Study: A Test for Sleep Apnea
I am all set to have a sleep apnea test in just a few weeks. I decided to make this webpage to share my experiences for the benefit of those who, like me, are nervous about it, not knowing what to expect. I will walk you through all phases of my polysomnography, from the initial consultation with the sleep medicine doctor, through my overnight in the sleep lab, test results, diagnosis and any treatments they decide I may need. I do not yet know the cost of a sleep study, but it is pretty ex...

What Is Sleep Apnea
Are you Tired and Groggy All of the Time?
Sleep apnea may be keeping you from getting a good night's sleep. Even worse, it could be keeping your spouse from getting the sleep that they need. We've gathered many of the common and even some uncommon symptoms of sleep apnea to help you make the decision on whether you'd like to be tested or not. Making this decision could help your health and happiness back on the right track.

Sleep Apnea Forums
Talk With Others Who Cope With Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea is a life threatening condition which can have a profoundly negative effect on the quality of your life and reduce your lifespan if left untreated. There are many treatment options available, but the most common is the use of a CPAP machine. CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Air Pressure. In short, the CPAP machine uses air pressure to keep your airways open so you are able to continue breathing while you sleep. I created this page as a way to keep track of the various forums a...

Do you Suffer from Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea pillows are specially designed to help you stop snoring.
Some 30 million Americans are victims of a sleep disorder called sleep apnea sickness or in other terms obstructive sleep apnea, sleep apnea or central sleep apnea. Numerous others are predisposed and have a high risk of developing the sickness. Adult males, have the highest odds at about 50/50 that their breathing is not normal when they are sleeping. It is very important that anyone who might be experiencing this problem or is predisposed, or knows someone whom they care about who has this ...

Dying From Sleep Apnea
The Deadly Killer Lurking in the Shadows of Sleep
If you snore, sleep on your back, drink alcohol before going to bed, take sleeping pills or anything else to try and get a good night's sleep, you are at risk of dying in your sleep. The risk increases if you are overweight. Sleep Apnea could kill yo...