Dealing with Sleep Apnea: What Are the Risk Factors?

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Did you know that some of your attributes, characteristics and behaviors could be putting you at risk of developing sleep apnea? When we talk about the term “risk factor,” we mean: a variable that increases the likelihood of a certain medical condition or injury. Risk Factors for Sleep Apnea You may already be aware of
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Understanding Each Part of Your CPAP Machine

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Trying to figure out a device you’re unfamiliar with can be intimidating, and a CPAP machine is certainly no exception. Previously, we explained what a CPAP machine is and how CPAP works, but we didn’t really get a chance to break down the different components of a CPAP machine. In today’s post, we’ll review each
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What You Need to Know About COPD and Sleep Apnea

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), an umbrella term for a number of progressive lung diseases, is a serious condition that affects 30 million Americans. Characterized by symptoms like breathlessness, coughing, wheezing and tightness in the chest, COPD is commonly caused by smoking and environmental factors. It’s the third-leading cause of death in the United States.
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Understanding the Difference Between Sleep Apnea and Snoring

Dealing with snoring is one of those things that’s often dismissed as merely a nuisance or a sign of aging. People will go years without giving it much of a second thought, only to eventually learn that they’ve been dealing with sleep apnea all along. If left untreated, sleep apnea can have serious health consequences,
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Beyond the CPAP Machine: Lifestyle Changes for Managing Sleep Apnea

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Using a CPAP machine is typically the go-to treatment method for obstructive sleep apnea. However, it’s important to recognize the benefit of certain lifestyle changes as well. Mild cases of sleep apnea can sometimes be treated with lifestyle changes alone. As for moderate to severe sleep apnea, changes in daily habits and activities can reduce
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How Does Using a CPAP Machine Help You Sleep Better?

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It might seem strange to think that a noisy device that blows a constant stream of pressurized air into your airway can help anyone sleep better. However, for the millions of Americans who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, this is exactly what they need to enjoy a full night of sleep. This device, known as
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