Patients also need long-term follow up with an annual office visit to check equipment, titrate settings as needed, and to ensure ongoing mask and interface fit. Continuing patient education on the importance of regular use and support groups help patients obtain the maximum benefit of this therapy.
People with OSA often wake up many times at night, feel tired during the day, and have an increased risk of health complications.
Behavioral changes such as switching your sleep position and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help manage sleep apnea.
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The AirMini automatically decreases pressure levels to help you exhale more comfortably. People who have struggled with standard CPAP machines may have less trouble breathing with the AirMini. Customers should note the HumidX is only compatible with select face masks.
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when breathing is repeatedly stopped and started due to a narrowed or closed airway. As the throat muscles relax, the airway closes, limiting the oxygen intake to the lungs.
Side effects of CPAP treatment may include congestion, runny nose, dry mouth, or nosebleeds; humidification can often help with these symptoms. Masks may cause irritation or redness of the skin, and use of the right size mask and padding can minimize pressure sores from tight contact with skin.
Continue to discuss with your doctor your concerns with weight gain and any other concerns you may have. Your doctor will be able to review your therapy data to determine if changes should be made to your settings so that you are receiving full benefits from your therapy.
You are also able to pause the device if needed and turn it off in the morning. The battery pack is designed to last 7-10 years, much like a pacemaker.
The CPAP device needs to be used every night. Some patients complain of mask discomfort, nasal congestion, and nose and throat dryness when using CPAP. Others find the device to be too constrictive and cumbersome, particularly when traveling.
Anyone who has been diagnosed with OSA and is unable to tolerate use a CPAP device, as well as individuals with mild OSA or snoring can benefit from lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of sleep apnea.
Another important feature is MyAir, a website digital assistant that helps first-time users navigate the device.
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