Sleep Apnea in the Elderly
A sleep disorder in which you have one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while you sleep. Breathing pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes.
Sleep Apnea Articles
Treating Sleep Apnea Without a CPAP Machine
People struggling with sleep apnea are often prescribed a CPAP machine to mitigate their symptoms. However, these devices do have downsides. Discover how to treat sleep apnea without a CPAP machine.
13 CommentsWhat is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a dangerous condition that causes people to stop breathing while they sleep.
0 CommentsHow to Pick the Right CPAP Machine for Sleep Apnea
A continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP machine is a common treatment for sleep apnea.
16 CommentsObstructive Sleep Apnea: When Snoring Becomes a Serious Health Concern
Snoring is annoying, but it can also indicate a dangerous underlying problem: obstructive sleep apnea. More common among older adults, sleep apnea is associated with serious health risks like chronic fatigue, heart disease, diabetes and stroke.
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Sleep Apnea Questions
My mom is 84 and her new heart doctor is wanting her to take a sleep study and possibly start using CPAP machine?
44 AnswersI'm looking to buy a CPAP cleaning machine for my mom. Does anyone have suggestions?
5 AnswersMy 96 yr old mom has severe dementia. Also sleep apnea, which leads to poor sleep. Should I investigate an apnea machine?
6 AnswersMy Mom is on BIPAP and doesn't seem to be helping. Any suggestions?
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Sleep Apnea Discussions
Why should you use your CPAP machine?
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