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Sleep Apnea Machines - Are They As Good As The Salesman Says?

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If it is too big, the straps may need to be overly tight, causing skin irritations or sores. In the event it is discovered that you have sleep apnea, you will then be fitted with a CPAP device and apnea mask to correct the apnea situation. To diagnose obstructive sleep apnea, your doctor will use a test called "Polysomnography". Mostly suspected sleep apnea patients are advised to undergo PSG or Polysmonogram test which checks your sleep patterns, snoring, oxygen levels, heart rate, muscle activity and other sleep related tests in a sleep lab. When ignored, the irregular breathing pattern can develop into heart attacks, high blood pressure and heart disease Sleep apnea can cause you to be less productive at work or school and increases your chances of having a car accident because of your sleep loss. There are many different companies that make this special pillows. The nasal pillow mask is contoured to follow the shape of the nose and has a chin and head strap. Additionally,...

Sleep Apnea Machines - Are They As Good As The Salesman Says?

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If it is too big, the straps may need to be overly tight, causing skin irritations or sores. In the event it is discovered that you have sleep apnea, you will then be fitted with a CPAP device and apnea mask to correct the apnea situation. To diagnose obstructive sleep apnea, your doctor will use a test called "Polysomnography". Mostly suspected sleep apnea patients are advised to undergo PSG or Polysmonogram test which checks your sleep patterns, snoring, oxygen levels, heart rate, muscle activity and other sleep related tests in a sleep lab. When ignored, the irregular breathing pattern can develop into heart attacks, high blood pressure and heart disease Sleep apnea can cause you to be less productive at work or school and increases your chances of having a car accident because of your sleep loss. There are many different companies that make this special pillows. The nasal pillow mask is contoured to follow the shape of the nose and has a chin and head strap. Additionally,...