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.

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shanbanan 02/08/2016

I'm in a newish (4 months) relationship and I've just been diagnosed with sleep apnea back in early January. I was a very loud snorer and my boyfriend cannot sleep with me in the same bed whenever he stays over because of that. I have been using a trial cpap machine for a week now and I know I don't snore anymore and what a difference in my sleep pattern as well. There is obviously slight noise when I take a breath but otherwise silent. I'm trying to convince my BF to try and let me sleep in bed with him but it's a tough feat! Does anyone have experience with this? Also does anyone find it too loud for sleeping?

Ann60 02/09/2016

I don't think ti should make any noise if it seals correctly. I have the full mouth one and love it. You might not have that one. Can't imagine why the Cpap mask would make him not want to sleep with you. The nose only one might cause some sound. I had it because I didn't know they had the other kind until I was told in a sleep study a few years ago that I am a mouth breather. I wouldn't use anything but the full face one.

Tez62 02/11/2016

shanbanan, welcome, the noise is either the air coming out the mask vent or possibly the echo of your breathing when you exhale. I use ear plugs and eventually you may get used to it and use it like a white noise. I have been on a CPAP for nearly 6 years and now can't sleep without it. I would suggest if the noise it disturbing him maybe buy him some ear plugs as well for Valentines day. My wife hates the nosie and the look so I sleep in a different room this may not suit you but I was diagnosed when I was 48 and have lived with this illness for 48 years and towards the end getting 1 - 2 hours sleep, the last 5 years I normally get 7 - 9 sleep, so for me if sleeping seperately is the price I pay for getting a good nights sleep so be it. Good luck with your journey.

keeska 02/20/2016

Shanbanan, is he a light sleeper? My DH is, and whatever noise my cpap makes, he says it's better than the freight train my snoring was before.

I suggest you put a cot for yourself in the bedroom and if he can tolerate any noise from that distance, keep moving the cot closer. Sort of sneak up on him. Worth a try...

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