Sleep Apnea Treatment

Question by sweetonme9602: my daughter has obstructive apnea what is it?
i am having a really bad week for those who have seen my questions know what i mean i just found out today my daughter has obstructive apnea she had a sleep study done she doesnt stop breathing when she sleeps but when she does go to sleep she is really uncomfortable due to enlarged tonsills getting in the way of her airway anyone know what this is and what i can do for her?

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Answer by SportsChic
Get her tonsils taken out. people have it done every day. that will solve her problem.

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Question by Rachel: Can obstructive sleep apneas go away?
I did an at home sleep test to check for sleep apnea. I had an average of 8.6 obstructive apneas per hour; central apneas were 8.3 per hour and mixed were 6.8 per hour. My AHI was 37.1. So it seems clear I have (had) a problem with sleep apnea. FYI, I lost my insurance right after the test was done but before I was able to meet with a doctor.

This was last summer. Since then, I have moved and lost a bit of weight (although not more than 10 lbs). Why moving might be important: If my problem seems to have been primarily obstructive sleep apnea, and I don’t have allergies in my new home along with a bit of weight loss, could that explain why I no longer have problems?

Also, I have an anxiety disorder and I read they normally don’t want you to take xanax before sleep because it can depress the system even more. However, on the occasions I take it before bed, I sleep better and without apneas (at least as noticed by my significant other). Is this normal or can it be explained? Thanks for your help in advance.

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Answer by Ivey J
Obstructive sleep apnea does not just go away. The obstruction is cause by your anatomy (fat bulge, tongue, etc) and has nothing to do with your allergies. However loosing weight can help shrink the obstruction. Another thing that could help is if you have changed the position in which you sleep. Sleeping on your side could help decrease apnea’s and sleeping a little more elevated could also help. It all depends on what is causing the obstruction.

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Question by mark: my sleep study says negative for obstructive sleep apnea?
does that mean i have central sa. what can i do for it. cpap is not helping

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Answer by Jacob Smith
ask the doc, who knows, i’m not trying to spook you, the study might be wrong, ask them to retake it, or they put you under some sort of strong drug, that may be to keep you sleeping

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Question by Bob: I have Sleep Apnea (both obstructive and central -700-900 episodes a nite) 02/09. I use both an oxygenation(4?
I have Sleep Apnea (both obstructive and central -700-900 episodes a nite) 02/09. I use both an oxygenation(4.0) and bipap machine. 2 weeks ago I was diagnosed with T2 diabetes (taking Metformin 500mg 4 a day). I’m testing my glucose level several times a day to establish a pattern. I’m watching my diet, but my readings are all over the place, anywhere from 178 to HIGH (over 499). understandable since I am testing frequently; after waking, eating, before/after naps, before sleeping,etc. I use the ‘testing solution” occassionally to make sure I’m doing it correctly and to insure the strips and lancets are still OK. I should mention I also have very low testost (Androgel), chronic pain (arthritis & back pain (Oxycontin) acid reflux (Omeprazole) enlarged prostate (terazosin) severe (Suprise!) depression (Fluoxetine)ADHD (Adderall) to top it off – possible contact w/ “Agent Orange” insurance & VA BAD! HELP!!
I’m sorry – the above is soooo long – and now I’m adding to it! LOL – I forgot to mention, I’m a 61 year old male, 5′9″ and weigh 158 – so I’m not over weight.

Thanks for any help you are able to offer
Bob

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Question by Atheist Mantis: Obstructive Sleep Apnea: CPAP Machines vs. Oral Appliance Therapy?
My father has Obstructive Sleep Apnea and will be going in for a sleep study soon so I am looking at CPAP Machines and doing research.

My father came across an add for this “Oral Appliance Therapy” thing and I am wondering if you have any info on if it works or if it is a scam.

Oral Appliance Therapy
http://www.tiredofcpap.com/

I’m looking at the CPAP Machines and if you could share your stories with me, I would greatly appreciate it!
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Info:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obstructive_Sleep_Apnea

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Answer by Chris H
The first thing to do is let your dad get his polysomnogram done and find the results of how severe his sleep apnea is.

CPAP is the gold standard for the treatment of sleep apnea, because it can be titrated or individually set on the optimum pressure to preserve your father’s upper airways at night. The brand of CPAP machine isn’t as important as having a quality titration done to arrive at the proper pressure for him, and finding the right mask type that makes him the most comfortable and likely to wear the system consistently all night, every night.

Oral devices are for very mild cases of sleep apnea. However, I would be very wary of any devices that are mail-order/internet. These devices are usually prescribed and fitted by a dentist or ENT specially trained in their use. Any device that is ‘plug and play’ without being fitted is a scam.

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