Recent research5 shows that long-term adherence to CPAP may be as low as 25 percent in cases of mild obstructive sleep apnea, with people discontinuing for reasons including physical discomfort and psychological distress.
That’s why it is so important to find CPAP solutions that work with you, so you can stick with your treatment plan, even if you experience a few setbacks here and there.
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There are currently approximately 5.nove million OSA diagnoses among U.S. adults, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. In those with the disorder, neck and throat muscles relax during sleep, causing the soft tissue at the back of the throat to collapse and block air from reaching the airway.
If you have or develop an allergy to silicone while undergoing CPAP therapy, you may need to switch to a gel or cloth mask to find relief.
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At your fitting (which may be done at home or at a sleep center), "try masks on with the doctor-recommended air pressure settings you’ll be using to see what it really feels like when the machine is on," Dasgupta advises.
In some conditions, the CPAP mask itself can interfere with sleep. In such cases, patients can turn to oral appliance therapy for an option that’s more user friendly.
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After an initial titration period, patients should undergo either polysomnography or out-of-center portable testing to objectively confirm the efficacy of the check here device.
See a Specialist If the Problem Persists: If you’re still experiencing issues after trying these recommendations, you may need to visit your ENT (be sure to let them know you’re on CPAP therapy) for guidance.
Our team of Inspire Advisors are ready to help you. They can answer your questions, help determine if you meet the basic qualifications and help you find an Inspire-trained doctor in your area when you’re ready to set up an initial consultation.
Chronic Dryness: Over time, the skin barrier inside your nose can weaken in response to nasal dryness, leaving your nose prone to injury and even infection.
Remind Yourself That You Are Safe: Claustrophobia often makes you feel like you can’t breathe. It’s important to remember that wearing breathable face coverings should not actually impact your ability to breathe unless you have been diagnosed with significant lung disease.