I’ve only been using CPAP therapy for a couple of weeks. I use a nose pillow with chinstrap to keep my mouth closed. I was able to go 7-10 hours right from the start.

Your doctor can also discuss alternatives to CPAP if you are unable to use CPAP therapy, if it has not been effective for you, or if you simply want to explore your other options.

A built-in auto-ramp mode lets the machine start at low pressure levels and slowly build toward your prescribed rate, which can be handy if you’re experiencing jet lag. Another convenient feature is the machine’s humidification system, which does not require water or a bulky external humidifier.

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard treatment for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnoea. This factsheet demonstrates how to safely use CPAP at home and get the most out of the treatment.

Sleep apnea can’t be cured, but treatments can help improve sleep by reducing the number of breathing interruptions.

BiPAP may be an appropriate option for people who are unable to tolerate the continuous stream of pressure provided by CPAP machines. It may also be recommended for people with more complex breathing issues.

of children. If you are diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, your health care provider may prescribe a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine for treatment. A CPAP machine delivers pressurized air as you sleep to ensure your airway stays open.

Best clinical practices for the sleep center adjustment of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) in stable chronic alveolar hypoventilation syndromes.

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Most CPAP machines on the market today are fairly advanced, but the ResMed AirSense 11 AutoSet offers an assortment of features to help you breathe comfortably during sleep.

The CPAP device needs to be used every night. Some patients complain of mask discomfort, nasal congestion, and nose and throat dryness when using CPAP. Others find the device to be too constrictive and cumbersome, particularly when traveling.

Home remedies are typically complimentary to a doctor’s recommended approach for treating sleep apnea and are not enough to treat moderate to severe cases of sleep apnea.

As the use of any sedative or anxiolytic agent can lead to decrease in consciousness and decrease in respiratory drive these patients should be monitored very closely. If adequate minute ventilation and or oxygenation cannot be achieved, then management should include escalation to BiPAP or intubation with mechanical ventilation following the code status and goals of care.

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