Put mask on, turn on machine, hold breath as long as possible.

I am a new user that has been diagnosed with Complex Sleep Apnea. Some nights I experience periods of time when I don't appear to be breathing on my on for quite a long time. I was referred to a Neurologist, who surmised that it is likely caused by a couple of bulging discs in my neck. I am not sure...

Lars52, please research Complex Sleep Apnea. It may be what you are suffering from. I was not trying to derail your thread. Thanks!

I'm out! There are problems that a CPAP can't help with.

Sorry for the "basic" post. I have a basic understanding of my condition, but am trying to learn. Question for ChicagoGranny, are you a Sleep Doctor? I missed your reply to the actual question.

I am new to the Apnea world and this is my first post on this board, but here goes. I have been using an ASV (Auto Servo Ventilator) for approximately 4 months. The reason for the ASV is a diagnoses of Complex Sleep Apnea. When I tried CPAP it worked for the Obstructive Apneas, but the machine induc...