Sleep apnea is prevalent in as many as an estimated 18 million Americans. Sleep apnea can be a scary and a dangerous problem during sleep. It causes the body to stop breathing for a few seconds throughout sleep, which can lead to many health problems or even death. Sleep apnea is even prevalent in many Americans who are not aware of it. When a person is diagnosed with sleep apnea, they are able to take the necessary precautions to ensure that they are getting a safe night of sleep. A CPAP is a machine that is used specifically for sleep apnea, and the machine automatically provides oxygen to the person when their body needs it, during sleep. The CPAP machine can be a life saver for those who are suffering with sleep apnea.
In a study, asthma patients faced an almost 40% greater risk for sleep apnea than asthma free participants. Considering that there are so many people who are currently undiagnosed with sleep apnea, this is a great starting point to look for sleep apnea. Those who suffer from asthma can invest in a CPAP mask, or have CPAP mask testing done to measure the amount of times that the CPAP machines are turned on during sleep. If the CPAP machine is used frequently, it is likely that the person is also suffering from some type of sleep apnea too.
A CPAP machine can help with peace of mind and with a better night of sleep. The CPAP mask pillow is one of the attachments to the CPAP machine. The CPAP machine must be hooked up to the person sleeping in some way. Most times, the person wears a mask over their face during sleep, and when or if they stop breathing, the machine kicks on, providing oxygen to the body. A CPAP mask pillow provides more comfort for the mask, making the entire machine a little more comfortable.
The best CPAP mask will depend on the size and the preferences of the person. A CPAP mask should be fitted and chosen with a health professional?s assistance. They are familiar with the sizing and the features of the masks, able to ensure proper fit and comfort. The CPAP settings on the CPAP mask pillow will also need to be tested and the best level of comfort will take some time to find. For best results and continued insurance coverage, patients should use CPAP at least 70% of the time over a 30 day period, for at least 4 hours every night. People may get into the habit of falling asleep without their CPAP machine and their CPAP mask pillow, but the machine should be consistently used. Getting into the habit of forgetting or choosing not to use the machine can be very dangerous.
Many Americans suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a very dangerous sleep disorder than prevents the body from getting enough oxygen during sleep. It can lead to very serious medical complications and should be prevented. A CPAP machine and a CPAP mask pillow are machines that the person can hook up to during sleep, ensuring that their body is receiving enough oxygen during sleep. The machine detects the lack of oxygen and automatically provides it for the person. There are many settings and attachments available for a CPAP machine and the fitting and the sizing should be consulted and chosen by a medical professional.