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Sleep Apnea
By Laura Ingals
Sleep Apnea is a world-wide ailment that can rob you of your sleep as well as your life. Many people are not aware of this condition. If you do not feel rested when you arise from a nights sleep and feel continually tired during the day, you might be suffering from this problem. Does your sleep partner awaken you during the night telling you to stop making all that noise while you sleep? Do you need to take naps during the day? Do you have problems staying awake during the day? There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, and mixed sleep apnea. Some people suffer from more than one of these types. To diagnose your condition your doctor will schedule an sleep study or polysomnography for you. You will spend the night at a sleep lab where you will be connected to all kinds of monitors. There you will be observed and monitored throughout the night. There are different treatments for sleep apnea. One of the most common treatment is the use of a CPAP machine. These machines are available by prescription only. Another treatment is surgery. CPAP is continuous positive airway pressure applied through a machine that blows air into your lungs through a facial appliance connected with a hose. It is awkward and most people have trouble adapting to the CPAP mask and gradually stop the therapy. This is a mistake because without therapy the patient will develop heart problems and other health conditions later on in life.
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This intel was contributed by Linda
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May, 2012
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