FabSwingers.com forum: Sleep apnea

By *uxomBoobs195 OP Woman
over a year ago

Rotherham

So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho?

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho? "

They will refer you to a specialist, I had to do a sleep study at home, I'm borderline needing treatment but I refused the mask. I don't need any follow up appointments.

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By *ildatheart6969Couple
over a year ago

Cheltenham

Get this every so often.

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By *ass and kinkWoman
over a year ago

kinxville

I have it.... I stop breathing up to 50 times per hour.... I have a shitty mask I have to sleep with...its quite a dangerous illness as it affects your major organs

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By *errysMan
over a year ago

milton keynes and kent

People i sleep with tell me the same. the first time i told my doctor ( its rarely the same doctor) they said it cant be sleep apnea cos im not over weight second time sent me for asthma test third time said get someone to take notes of times etc. Recently the latest doc said he will apply for funding to get me checked and that i will hear from the department sometime.

I would say im not holding my breath but that would somehow seem wrong ha ha.

I hope you get better help.

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By *ssex_tomMan
over a year ago

Chelmsford

I had it and could not keep awake at work.. I would wake up in the morning thinking I had slept well but never in a deep nourishing sleep.. just losing some weight helped me.. about half stone plus but advise doctors visit

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By *RayMan
over a year ago

essex

I got diagnosed 4 years ago used to feel tied and nod off at work. Have a machine and it’s made a big difference i feel a lot better now.

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By *errysMan
over a year ago

milton keynes and kent

Oh i should say..... first doc visit about it was ten years ago.

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By *ass and kinkWoman
over a year ago

kinxville

I've never got beyond 3 to four hours with my bloody mask.... it always moves and leaks a 50mph wind in my eyes

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By *RayMan
over a year ago

essex

"I've never got beyond 3 to four hours with my bloody mask.... it always moves and leaks a 50mph wind in my eyes "
the pressure can be adjusted for you by the consultant at the apnea clinic for you

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By *he James gangCouple
over a year ago

NEWTOWNABBEY

I have it, 'F'. I have to take a machine with me, holidays, overnights etc. Some of the masks are hard to get used to, picture a spitfire pilot wearing mask etc only not black and you'll get the idea. Others are easier. Also helps with snoring. I've heart failure and sleep apnoea is a contributor! Doesn't stop me swinging all the same!

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By *ssex_tomMan
over a year ago

Chelmsford

What does the machine do ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho? "

Yeah I skip breaths in my sleep, wake up feeling more tired than i did when i went to bed and i also sleep with my eyes open sometimes, imagine waking up to me asleep not breathing with my eyes open

sometimes I'm fun to be around

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By *innie The MinxWoman
over a year ago

Under the Duvet

My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

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By *reat me rightWoman
over a year ago

Rotherham

"People i sleep with tell me the same. the first time i told my doctor ( its rarely the same doctor) they said it cant be sleep apnea cos im not over weight second time sent me for asthma test third time said get someone to take notes of times etc. Recently the latest doc said he will apply for funding to get me checked and that i will hear from the department sometime.

I would say im not holding my breath but that would somehow seem wrong ha ha.

I hope you get better help."

My neighbour has this, shes super fit so being overweight cant always be a factor (as much as the quacks would have us believe that overweight = cause for every illness known to man).

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

"What does the machine do ?"

It forces oxygen into your airways so they don't collapse while you're asleep

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over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had it quite badly for years. Eventually got it checked out to find my difficulty breathing through my nose was the problem. I had a septoplasty and a turbinate reduction and can now breath properly. Sleep apnea now cured.

There could be several things that cause it and so several solutions.

Hope you sort it soon.

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By *ssex_tomMan
over a year ago

Chelmsford

"My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

Isn't that usually for HGV drivers?

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

"I had it quite badly for years. Eventually got it checked out to find my difficulty breathing through my nose was the problem. I had a septoplasty and a turbinate reduction and can now breath properly. Sleep apnea now cured.

There could be several things that cause it and so several solutions.

Hope you sort it soon. "

That's interesting, I have a deviated septum and sinus issues, maybe mine is caused by that.

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

"My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

Isn't that usually for HGV drivers?"

No.

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By *ssex_tomMan
over a year ago

Chelmsford

I had to declare it on my HGV medical

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

Isn't that usually for HGV drivers?"

You'd be suprised what the dvla can suspend your licence for, and not just professional drivers.

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By *innie The MinxWoman
over a year ago

Under the Duvet

"My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

Isn't that usually for HGV drivers?

You'd be suprised what the dvla can suspend your licence for, and not just professional drivers. "

Yep ex was just a standard driver,it wasn't his job or anything.

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By *aidForSharingWoman
over a year ago

Lancashire

I had tissue removed from the back of my throat. Worse than childbirth. I couldn't swallow due to the pain and my kidneys started packing up due to me being unable to drink.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

Isn't that usually for HGV drivers?

You'd be suprised what the dvla can suspend your licence for, and not just professional drivers.

Yep ex was just a standard driver,it wasn't his job or anything.

People forget that just because they've paid for it and passed tests to get it, a driving licence is a privilege and never actually belongs to the driver.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There could be several things that cause it and so several solutions.

Hope you sort it soon.

That's interesting, I have a deviated septum and sinus issues, maybe mine is caused by that. "

In which case, it could be fixable under the nhs. Mine was. Xx

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

There could be several things that cause it and so several solutions.

Hope you sort it soon.

That's interesting, I have a deviated septum and sinus issues, maybe mine is caused by that.

In which case, it could be fixable under the nhs. Mine was. Xx"

They have offered me surgery but I'm being a chicken

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By *heShyBiCoupleCouple
over a year ago

Coventry

Over the years people have said I have always chok-ed and stopped breathing in my sleep, mrs said it got quite bad. Docs referred me to the hospital, luckily someone had cancelled an appointment so I could get in the next week, otherwise it would have been 6 months down the line. This appointment was to just literally repeat my issues for 2 minutes to a specialist who said they'd do a sleep study.

Eventually did a sleep study and waiting ages for results to come back to basically say 'yes you stop breathing but it's not that major so we wont do anything.' In the same letter they told me to lose weight, stop smoking and reduce drinking. I weigh anything between 65-70kg, I've never smoked and probably drink once per month if that. So whomever had written that letter clearly hadnt paid attention to my particular case and had sent out a generic discharge letter.

Either way, yes, go to doctors and they'll refer you

Mr x

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By *obbytupperMan
over a year ago

Menston near Ilkley

"My ex had this.

He had to wear a monitor over a weekend prior to diagnosis and it registered he was actually stopping breathing hundreds of times through the night.

It was so severe that they said if he didnt agree to trying the sleep mask they could apply to the DVLA to have his licence taken off him as there was a real risk of him falling asleep at the wheel.

It took a while for him to get used to the sleep mask, there are different kinds so persever. The machine was very noisey though, it isn't very sexy.

But better than a possible heart attack or car crash I guess.

This is going back 6 or 7 years though so masks/treatment may have improved.

Isn't that usually for HGV drivers?

You'd be suprised what the dvla can suspend your licence for, and not just professional drivers. "

It isn't just professional drivers who kill others by falling asleep at the wheel!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My ex has it. It was progressing for the worse over time and now he sleeps with a mask. My current husband has it too, but it hasn't changed over the years so he doesn't need treatment. Freaks me out though when I wake up at night and he's not breathing and his skin feels cold because he had no blanket on for a while

Mrs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't know if it's any help OP . You can get apps on your phone to record your sleep patterns and any snoring issues similar to this.

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By *rnortholtMan
over a year ago

Waveney Valley

Yeah I skip breaths in my sleep, wake up feeling more tired than i did when i went to bed and i also sleep with my eyes open sometimes, imagine waking up to me asleep not breathing with my eyes open

sometimes I'm fun to be around

I think you've just ruled yourself out from ever being offered the chance of staying over after a meet!

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By *ENGUYMan
over a year ago

Hull

I was diagnosed with Sleep Apnoea back in 2012. However, my specialist gave me some options, eg, losing weight, part of which was to reduce the size of my shirt collar.

He said if you have a shirt collar size of 17" or more, you're predisposed to having sleep apnoea more than someone who is slimmer.

I managed to lose weight over the next 4 months and brought my shirt neck size to 15" where it has remained.

It's also recognised as a Disability in it's own right.

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By *owhambamMan
over a year ago

clacton

I am HGV driver I had to tell my bosses about having the test, they told dvla. Even though my test came back negative dvla kept me monitored for a year. The test kit was just a small box with sensor pads and a mask , had the best nights sleep with it on. Best of luck

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By *ass and kinkWoman
over a year ago

kinxville

"I've never got beyond 3 to four hours with my bloody mask.... it always moves and leaks a 50mph wind in my eyes the pressure can be adjusted for you by the consultant at the apnea clinic for you "

I know I've had it adjusted x

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By *exy Pretty FeetCouple
over a year ago

Live in Scotland Play in England

I would say im not holding my breath but that would somehow seem wrong ha ha.

I hope you get better help."

Aww bless. Such a shame referral to the sleep clinic isn't a given

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By *errysMan
over a year ago

milton keynes and kent

Hoorah! Better bit of news..... just got a letter to say i will get an appointment about it in march.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho? "

By all means get checked out.

Yes you lack of sleep is the reason. Your body is going into such a deep sleep that’s why your doing it. Everyone does do it at some point in their life.

You need to try and get better sleep and sort why your child is waking too.

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By *andare63Man
over a year ago

oldham

I have a mate who has it. He has been using a mask and feels much better. However he was also told to lose weight. He has lost a couple of stone and is general well being has improved no end. He is dumping the mask in the next couple of weeks I believe

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho?

By all means get checked out.

Yes you lack of sleep is the reason. Your body is going into such a deep sleep that’s why your doing it. Everyone does do it at some point in their life.

You need to try and get better sleep and sort why your child is waking too. "

Untrue. Not everyone stops breathing while they are sleeping.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have been on CPAP treatment for 3 years, I probably get 8 hours sleep a night now. Before I was diagnosed I woke up 5-10 times a night for the loo.

Sleep apnoea can’t be a big contributing factor in stroke. I had to tell DVLA,they say as long as I am on CPAP, no issues with me driving. I’m feeling healthier now. However I do feel rough when I sleep without my mask.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Diagnosed few months back. Got my nasal mask and can really feel the difference. Don’t know how I survived without it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i have it have to wear a mask but you get use to it

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By *tarling and RobinCouple
over a year ago

North East

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho? "

I have done the test and yes need the Mask.

It really is awful for starling when i don't where it.

Also is potentially quite dangerous if you dont get it checked

Darth vader got his patter from listening to me scratching my nose with the mask on at night.

#nomidnightquickies lol

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

I would say im not holding my breath but that would somehow seem wrong ha ha.

I hope you get better help."

Get checked out for dysfunctional breathing, as this never gets any TV or radio publicity.

I have it, it can also come with a deviated septum and long term heart burn. Does this sound familiar to you?

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By *ikeC81Man
over a year ago

harrow

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho? "

A mate said the same to meet last night

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By *ustamanMan
over a year ago

weymouth

Yes I have this, my solution (recommended by my specialist) is to retrain myself to sleep on my side that way the airways stay open and the apnoea doesn't happen. Unfortunate side effect is arm going dead and dribbling

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By *armandwet50Couple
over a year ago

Far far away

"Yes I have this, my solution (recommended by my specialist) is to retrain myself to sleep on my side that way the airways stay open and the apnoea doesn't happen. Unfortunate side effect is arm going dead and dribbling "

I have slept on my side for 20 years or more and I still have sleep apnea. I would change your specialist

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yup I've got this.

If untreated it can lead to strokes, heart attacks and you could lose your driving licence.

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By *ajorPervMan
over a year ago

London

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Very common with overweight people

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Very common with overweight people"

That's a misconception. Many people have SA and aren't overweight.

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By *ayne Morpheus WestMan
over a year ago

Black County

We treat this in the clinic I work from with frequency medicine on the skull, face and chest. 100% success rate.

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By *jleedsCouple
over a year ago

leeds

Iv being diagnosed with this today got to get a mask.nd tell the dvla as i drive for a living great

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

"We treat this in the clinic I work from with frequency medicine on the skull, face and chest. 100% success rate. "

100% is a bold claim, what does it involve?

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By *omethingfun96Couple
over a year ago

greater london

"So this afternoon while my dad was at my house, i nodded off on the sofa. When i woke up he said i need to book into the doctors as he noticed i stopped breathing occasionally while i was asleep.

I obviously didnt know. His ex girlfriend used to do this and she had sleep apnea, had to sleep with a mask on i think?

I have a 3 year old, a single mum and dont tend to fall asleep at night easy then my son enjoys waking up early in the morning.

So i just took me being tired in the day time due to them factors.

Has anyone else got this?

Im going to book into the doctors tomorrow and get an app, not sure what they will do tho? "

I had the same thing went to the Dr and they took various blood tests, it turns out I have an under active thyroid. Now I’m on the medication for that I am sleeping much better.

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By *cloversCouple
over a year ago

Hull

Mrs KC has sleep apnoea & has been using a mask for 20+ years. This is a very serious disorder & I'd urge anyone with symptoms to seek the help of a specialist.

Sadly there are several cases a year where adults die because of untreated apnoea & more from other conditions exacerbated by this.

Sleeping with a mask doesn't look sexy but neither does a corpse.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I used to have this and used to wake up at night not been able to breathe and had to jump out the bed to be able to breathe again,it’s the most scariest thing ever in my life

Since I lost weight however I’ve never had a problem since

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Mrs KC has sleep apnoea & has been using a mask for 20+ years. This is a very serious disorder & I'd urge anyone with symptoms to seek the help of a specialist.

Sadly there are several cases a year where adults die because of untreated apnoea & more from other conditions exacerbated by this.

Sleeping with a mask doesn't look sexy but neither does a corpse. "

This

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As somone who had a lover die from this i know how hard it is to sleep with a mask on.if you have a partner one way round this is to save up and get one of those peg things that they put on youre finger in hosp to meshure how much oxygen you have.itcan be hooked to an alarm and give youre partner a warning.wish my ex had had one

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By *iss DevilWoman
over a year ago

Bedford

I have just had a referral to the sleep clinic with suspected sleep apnea. Hopefully will get the appointment soon and start getting some answers.

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By *arvest 84Man
over a year ago

SCAWBY, NEAR , BRIGG.

yep ,

i have got sleep apnea ,

i have to wear a mask at night ,

but it has changed my life ,

no more headaches or migrains

do not keep falling asleep during the day ,

do not snore anymore ,

feel more and elert through out the day , have loads more energy and feel great . x

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

"I have just had a referral to the sleep clinic with suspected sleep apnea. Hopefully will get the appointment soon and start getting some answers. "

Good luck.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have just had a referral to the sleep clinic with suspected sleep apnea. Hopefully will get the appointment soon and start getting some answers. "

I was diagnosed 7 years ago and my cpap machine whilst certainly not sexy has been a lifesaver. I've lost 6 stone since diagnosis and the clinic keeps asking to retest me as there's a good chance my sleep apnoea has gone now but I'm so attached to my machine I keep swerving it! I don't want to give it up!

Good luck to all those going for tests soon, there is a great group on FB called Hope2Sleep Support group which is great for asking questions and finding out stuff.

Loads of people have sleep apnoea and are risking their lives not being tested or treated. 4 friends of mine have gone on to be diagnosed after sleeping over at mine and I picked up the snoring and gasping!

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By *arvest 84Man
over a year ago

SCAWBY, NEAR , BRIGG.

i cant stress enough how important this subject is , i was diognosed as i stopped breathing 17 times a night ,

i have a freind with severe sleep apnea who stopped breathing 65 times a night ,

i have got a cpap machine ,

no , its not sexy to wear it at night , but as was said on here earler , its better than waking up in the middle of the night , gasping for breath , coughing , chocking , or even being a corpse .

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By *lackshadow7Man
over a year ago

Toronto

Got my diagnosis 2 years ago after going for an overnight sleep study. Stsrted using a CPAP machine right away. The difference (and improvement) was immediate and i never looked back.

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

There could be several things that cause it and so several solutions.

Hope you sort it soon.

That's interesting, I have a deviated septum and sinus issues, maybe mine is caused by that. "

MRI tests and an external exam will be useful. I had a operation to fix it: it will take away the ability to smell for a long time.

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By *jleedsCouple
over a year ago

leeds

I started on the machine 3 wks ago.still trying to get use to it and see improvments but mrs say she sleeps alot better lol

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By *ustamanMan
over a year ago

weymouth

I have slept on my side for 20 years or more and I still have sleep apnea. I would change your specialist "

Folks are different, what causes mine may not be the same for you. It was a solution suggested by my specialist along with a gum shield thing, both of these individually alter how my jaw relaxes when asleep and so prevent my tongue from blocking my airway. It's a solution that worked for me and has avoided me going down the CPAP route.

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By *iman2100Man
over a year ago

Glasgow

"What does the machine do ?

It forces oxygen into your airways so they don't collapse while you're asleep "

To be precise it is a CPAP machine. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machine. It blows air into your nose and or mouth as you sleep. This overcomes the risk of the throat closing up in deep sleep which occurs particularly on folks that are overweight. My wife used to have it and the lack of sleep was very debilitating.

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

"Fat or out of shape!" How many people have thought that their tongue may need some toning out, insteaad of their whole body?

I've seen a video that reckons tongue exercise might help. What do you think?

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By *he James gangCouple
over a year ago

NEWTOWNABBEY

"What does the machine do ?"

Forces air into you to keep you breathing. Also helps snoring, which can wake yourself up quite a lot, giving you a crap, interrupted sleep.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hi there.

I got diagnosed finally at 36 i complained most my life to docs. They kept saying nothing is wrong they know what they are doing.

I got admitted in to hospital when i was 36 and ended up staying there for 3 months as they found out i had sleep apnea. They kept me in and did all the tests and gave me a machine which i call the wife.

I have had the machine for 7 years nearly now.

Feels good to have the machine.

Sleep apnea is pretty dangerous if it is not caught soon

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I nod off constantly and and when I wake I feel wide awake but within in 1 minute I drop asleep again then wake and the same cycle feel wide awake but within 1-minute drop asleep.

No problem with breathing.

Once my son counted 46 times I nodded in 1 hour

Sounds unbelievable

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By *iman2100Man
over a year ago

Glasgow

"I nod off constantly and and when I wake I feel wide awake but within in 1 minute I drop asleep again then wake and the same cycle feel wide awake but within 1-minute drop asleep.

No problem with breathing.

Once my son counted 46 times I nodded in 1 hour

Sounds unbelievable"

Do you snore? Whilst asleep Stop snoring then gasp for breath? Sleep apnea make sufferes very weary indeed. You never really acheive rem sleep.

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By *ancelot1633Man
over a year ago

weybridge

The mask is not very intrusive and better sleep is heavenly. No harm in following up is ther?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get seen to. Get the mask. It’s life changing.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I got diagnosed about 10 years ago, I would stop breaking about 57 times an hour and blood sat would be down at around 70%

I was given a cpap machine, and on the first night using it had the best sleep litteraly of my life

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