Sleep Apnea Treatment

Question by King Tut: I am pretty sure my dog has sleep apnea.?
I have tried using a CPAP machine on him, but when i wake up he is always just chewing on the mask. i tried adding paper to the sides to make it more for a snout and not for a nose. How can i get him to understand this is best for him and not a really expensive chew toy. also he snores and I have considered putting him down if he snores again. Thank you.

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Answer by Claz
This might be better answered if you post it in the pets section under dogs – sorry I cant be any help.

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Question by oblivion*: i’m pretty sure i have Sleep Apnea. advise?
i know i need to schedule a sleep study, but the idea just makes me nervous. Also, can anyone tell me whether or not you can sleep comfortably while wearing a C-Pap mask? i don’t know how i could sleep with that on my face…

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Answer by Violin2
I work in the cardiology department at the local hospital. We get tons of patients who come in with sleep apnea. What I’ve heard from people is that C-pap masks are a total nuisance in the beginning but you start getting used to it and shortly it’s like it isn’t even there, I just hope you’re not a tummy sleeper! HOwever, whether it’s comfy or not, it is still STRONGLY advised to still wear one.

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Question by slik: Can I just order a CPAP machine if I’m pretty sure I have sleep apnea? Do I really need a dr. sleeping study?
My girlfriend has watched me sleep, and is pretty certain I have sleep apnea. I am not insured, and a sleep study costs greater than the costs of getting a CPAP machine. So I’m thinking I might as well just order the CPAP machine, that will be necessary if the tests confirm that I have sleep apnea. What are the potential negative consequences of me just ordering a CPAP machine over the internet and treating myself?
I realize the standard is to do it through a doctor. But it’s a lot of money. And I want to see if there are any dangerous consequences to me just ordering the machine on ebay, and administering it to myself.

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Answer by nickie_2free
No, you will first have to be seen by a doctor and he has to diagnose you with sleep apnea, and then request a sleep study. You then have to go to the over night sleep study and the will send the report to the doctor and he will order the machine with the proper settings for your particular case. Hope this will help you. I also use a CPAP.

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Question by cm9779: I cannot sleep. I am pretty sure I have sleep apnea, but I have no insurance and cannot afford testing.?
Apparantly the testing is ridiculusly expensive, even with insurance. My Dr. has perscribed me Restoril which is a heavy sleep aid. It does put me to sleep, but I wake up within a few hours after it wares off. I generally get about 3-4 hrs. of sleep a night. I am so tired I feel like crying all the time and I constantly feel sick. Does anyone have any ideas until I can afford the Apnea testing. (please don’t suggest nasal strips, they do not work). Help Me.

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Answer by geminiblue26
have u tried medicade or asked about programs that hospitals offer or payment plans ?

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He snores, stops breathing, and then starts breathing a few seconds later after choking. It is really loud and he doesn’t get a good night sleep because of it. It’s awful trying to sleep anywhere near him because it is so loud. Any advice on OTC or natural options? What works the best? He will hopefully visit a doctor soon to take care of it, but we’re both in college right now and he doesn’t have a lot of spare time to find a doctor and get an appointment.