2006-10-07 07:43:38 · 3 answers · asked by jasonlovesanna 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
Surgery for sleep apnea is usually discouraged - it's very painful, and the success rate is rather low. Using a CPAP machine (which is covered by almost any insurance) is a better option in almost all cases.
If insurance is not available, there are excellent CPAPs at good prices from http://www.cpap.com - you do need a presecription. I use their Puritan-Bennett Goodknight 420C and love it - very quiet and lightweight.
You might look in at the Usenet group alt.support.sleep-disorder - lots of knowledgable people there.
2006-10-07 11:17:47 · answer #1 · answered by Maple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My surgery cost $50 because I had health insurance. Don't know about health insurance in the bay area, seems like it would be like anywhere else. Be advised it is not a painless operation. Your uvula, tonsils, and skin flaps that line your throat are all removed. It makes it nearly impossible to swallow for about a week or so. It's worth it if it helps you to breath correctly at night. Good luck
2006-10-07 15:57:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
apnoea? google it, its all there
2006-10-07 14:46:18 · answer #3 · answered by st.uncumber 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋