What is Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea (alternatively sleep apnoea) is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. These episodes, called apnea...

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Cpap vs Bipap
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I don't have a machine yet and I'd like to know what the difference is between these 2 machines.
Posted on 05/07/08, 03:05 am
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Reply #1 - 05/07/08  5:46am
" A c pap uses steady pressure, a bi pap has different pressures for exhalation and inhalation. If your pressure is high and especially if you use a nasal pillow mask, I highly suggest the bi pap.I will be more comfortable and it's less noisy too. :-) "
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Reply #2 - 05/07/08  6:36pm
" Hi Wannabewell,
Do both machines have the option for nasal or face mask.
I'm glad you told me the bipap is quieter.

I know I'll be put on some type of machine because I have been comotose at home several times and one time is was very serious.

Thank you for replying to my question. "
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Reply #3 - 05/08/08  2:48am
" I use a bipap, hit me up with any questions. "
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Reply #4 - 05/08/08  3:08am
" Kitty, will you tell me how your sleep and life changed by using this machine?

Thank you. "
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Reply #5 - 05/13/08  2:00am
" My life has changed by leaps and dounds! Well first off I not only have Sleep Apnea but Muliple Sclerosis. So because I wasnt getting quality sleep it was making my MS symtoms worse. REALLY bad, The bipap has helped me to wake up in the morning with out a headache and feeling like crap. I love my bipap...always use it! "
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Reply #6 - 05/13/08  2:17am
" Wow kitty, now this gives me some real hope. I have multiple health problems. I don't list them all cuz it makes me feel awkward.

Anyway, I'm so glad to have this hope from people explaining the changes in their lives. "
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