How Can CPAP Machines Help You?

If you have sleep apnea or sleep deprivation syndrome, most people will tell you that CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines are the best way to get a good night sleep. The basic modus operandi of these machines is pretty simple. The CPAP machine is equipped with a mask that fits over the mouth and the nose of the patient. Air is blown into the airway of the patient, which keeps the air passage open and helps in curing sleep apnea and snoring. The machine is portable and has a sealed mask that is worn by the patient when he sleeps.

However, CPAP machines do not really cure the problem. You need to use the machine every day and during the time you get use it, you will sleep comfortably. When you stop using it, the problem will start again. You need to sleep with a mask over your mouth and some machines even have prongs that are inserted into your nose and help you to breathe. Most people would find such an arrangement difficult. After all, who would like to sleep with a mask on his face and some tube in his nose or mouth? Besides, there are a lot of side effects associated with the machine.

Here are some of the problems you may face while using a CPAP machine:

People who use the machine for the first time can find it pretty claustrophobic to have a mask on their mouth throughout the night. More sensitive people may even get a feeling of nausea or a feeling of being trapped during sleep. If the straps are too tight, it may even give you a feeling of choking.

The air that is inhaled from the machine is generally very dry. This may irritate the nasal passages and cause stinging, blockages, sneezing and a perpetually dripping nose. Some users have even reported nose bleeding at times.

There are times that mask may become loose or even not fit well. This can even cause hyperventilation. Sometimes, facial hair can even cause problems.

People who are too sensitive can even find issues worsening as they may not be able to sleep with a mask. They may even get chronic fatigue syndrome, which makes matters worse.

Some people experience headaches and pressure on their eardrums and nasal passages. This is particularly the case when they have a cold or a blocked nose. In such situations, the air from the machine cannot escape through the ear and create more pressure.

Bloating can also be a side effect of using the machine since while sleeping a person may change postures or sides that causes the air to travel to the stomach.

CPAP may be a solution for people who have serious sleep apnea and don't have other options. However, the point that needs to be kept in mind is that it doesn't cure anything. It's just a stop gap arrangement and needs to be used every day. Therefore, instead of strapping on CPAP, you can try other options that are better and completely cure your sleep apnea.

How Can CPAP Machines Help You?

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