I was wondering if the CPAP helped allergy sufferers by filtering the air before we take it in at night. Or maybe you can get a special filter that is more geared to reduce pollen and other allergens. Any thoughts on what machine or mask might be best for an allergy sufferer?
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- Wed Nov 09, 2005 3:52 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Does a CPAP help with allergies?
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- Wed Nov 09, 2005 1:30 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Has the CPAP helped with alertness, memory retention, etc?
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I had to look up AHI there, but from what I remember my doctor saying, mine was 47. My longest period with no breathing at all was 11 seconds and my longest period of shallow breathing was 59 seconds. I have always had an irregular sleep pattern and wake up more feeling like I have a hangover than I...
- Wed Nov 09, 2005 11:54 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Has the CPAP helped with alertness, memory retention, etc?
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Has the CPAP helped with alertness, memory retention, etc?
I have been dealing with poor memory for a long time now, and as my previous post noted have been recently diagnosed with sleep apnea. I have been looking into things to help my memory, and I have read alot of material that points to how important good sleep and especially REM sleep is to memory fun...
- Tue Nov 08, 2005 3:22 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Just diagnosed and have a question about cats.
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Just diagnosed and have a question about cats.
I was wondering if anyone here has cats and if they have any problems with them messing with the CPAP equipment. Also, are there any special precautions you need to take to account for cat hair and the like as well?
Thanks.
Thanks.