Sleep Apnea Support Group
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. People with sleep apnea partially awaken as they struggle to breathe, but in the morning they may not be aware of sleep disturbances.
I know about the health risks associated with OSA, but I also know I don't want to be strapped to my Darth Vader mask every night for the rest of my life. Does OSA go away if return back to an optimal health state?
deleted_user
Heh heh..my ex roomie called me darth Vader about my mask also..I have a nasal pillow now. I'd really need more info to answer that question. F'r instance, lose weight? it has happened. It depends a lot on the cause of the sleep apnea. I just got my second machine yesterday.
CS1964
From what I have been told you may be able to get off the CPAP if you lose some weight if weight is an issue for you. Otherwise, you will be on it the rest of your life and over time it will get worse from what I was told. Nasal pillows are easier for me to deal with than the mask, but I am still having a hard time getting used to the machine.
deleted_user
usually it doesnt unless you have a specific situation it usually stays with you also there is a dental device you can try check with whom you received your unit from/
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