what would be the best remedy for sleep apnea?

Answer 1

Some people find that using a special kind of machine called a CPAP can help them sleep better because it helps them to breathe thru the night. I would recommend talking to a Sleep Medicine specialist (drs who treat sleep disorders such as sleep apnea) if you haven't done so already to see what else they suggest.

Answer 2

Having a sleep study done is a good idea. Your doctor will be able to see what type of sleep apnea you are having- and there are 3 different kinds. First there is obstructive sleep apnea, then central sleep apnea, and then there is a mixed sleep apnea- which is a combo of the first two types.

Obstructive sleep apnea has a variety of causes. Basically what it means is there is something either with your health (ie your weight) or environmentally (allergies or sinus problems) that is causing the sleep apnea. With central sleep apnea your brain basically quits telling you to breathe while you are sleeping. If you have a combination of those two problems then that can be quite an issue for you.

There are a few things that can help with the sleep apnea. One of those is a CPAP machine. This machine will be ordered by your doctor, but a lot of patients won't wear them like they are ordered. It can take a little bit of adjusting to get the mask, and the pressures just right in order for you to wear it comfortably. Some patients have to be given sleeping medication along with the CPAP in order for them to get a good nights sleep. A CPAP machine is a possible solution, but it can be a tricky one.

Reducing your weight if you are overweight will also help. Extra weight on your chest can be an issue because when you relax and fall asleep, the tissue in your throat also relaxes and causes a blockage of your airway.

If you have an allergy or sinus issue, and your nose stays stopped up all the time, then you will breathe with your mouth open while you are asleep. The combination of the stopped up nose, and relaxed muscles in your throat cause the snoring. You can be prescribed medication to help with an allergy or sinus problem. If you have those problems, I would also look at your environment. Something in your home may be causing the sinus problem in the first place.

I wish there was a simple solution for your problem, but you and your physician really need to consider every angle before coming up with a treatment plan. I encourage you to look at the weblink I have included, and I wish you all the best in your search!

http://www.helpguide.org/life/sleep_apnea.htm

Answer 3

The other suggestions for a sleep study might be the best route to go, but this may come as a shock to you but the simplest way I've suggested to people is to buy Sudafed which is a nasal decongestant!

This is sold over the counter and even Wal-Mart sells its version off name brand. You can check the name brand to off brand ingredients to ensure your getting what you want. This can also be found sold in dollar stores.

Sleep apnea has many causes. Some of which causes bad breath. Mucus in the nose which can drip down the throat while sleeping. Also sleeping with the mouth open doesn't help and if these people are watched during a sleep study, open mouth breathing is common.

Before I married my hubby, he had this and it drove me crazy after I married him and found out about it! He insisted the doctors were right and if it was so easy to correct, they would have! He had a snot locker nose full all day long, bad breath, snoring, dry throat, TOOTH infections, sleep apnea, tired upon waking and so much more!

Well don't figure! He and his doctors knew better so I suffered sleeping with him (sometimes couldn't so I slept on the couch) for about 9 years! The sleep study showed a lot of what I claimed was true but the doctors couldn't change with meds or their devices. Until one day I forced him to take Sudafed. Funny how I was able to prove to him they were wrong and I was right!!!! Now married over 26 years and happy to sleep in the same room, all his problems are in his past!

By the way: I found Sudafed the first time I was pregnant! My OBGYN recommended it when I was so sick with an upper resp infection and couldn't take anything else! My doctor NEVER allows any meds while preg so I was amazed when he said how safe it was for me and the BABY. Now with six healthy children of our own and several fostered over the years plus two Grandchildren added to the fold, we have all learned the benefits of Sudafed and PREVENTING sleep apnea or catarrh instead of dealing with the effects!

Side note: When my hubby first started the Sudafed, he increased the dose to 2 every 3 hours around the clock which was approved by my doc.

Answer 4

You need to see a specialist and have a sleep study done in order to be properly diagnosed. This consists of staying overnight in a sleep lab where they keep track of the number of times you stop breathing.

If you indeed have sleep apnea, it is treated with a CPAP machine that you wear at night. Other things that are usually prescribed are weight loss through diet changes and exercise.

Answer 5

It requires a thorough medical check up on the history of ones health and especially the current health problem. Besides the advice of ones doctor, I suggest that one who has sleep apnea should also do some breathing exercises because this exercise produces so much relaxation both physically and mentally.

Answer 6

CPAP of course!

But first, you need to get diagnosed first-pls go see a Chest/Respiratory Physician or ENT Surgeon or Neurologist for a complete consultation.

A Sleep Study or Polysomnogram (PSG) is the gold standard for the diagnosis of OSA.

Once diagnosed, the doctor will be able to advise you which treatment is suitable for you.

Sunway Medical Centre has an established Sleep Lab and CPAP/OSA service. Email me if you need any assistance or info : )

Answer 7

Sleep Apnea (SA) is serious medical condition. It can be life threatening and needs proper evaluation and treatment if present. SA affects quality of sleep. It may also increase blood pressure. SA may lead to increased risk of heart disease, especially in those with additional risk factors.

Talk with your current healthcare provider, who will determine the need for further evaluation. If that evaluation is needed he/she will refer you to a Sleep Specialist (often a Pulmonologist). A sleep study will then be made.

For more information:

Go to the link below. It is my website where I provide links to many sources of information for the conditions I live with.

Home Page
http://medilink-healthlink.tripod.com/

Sleep Apnea Page
http://medilink-healthlink.tripod.com/id7.html

Good luck,

Terry