I too am in the pre op phase. I was diagnosed with sleep apnea through testing. I have been using a CPAP machine for about 6 months. Also to add I am a 21 year old college student. Though it is not the most fashion forward device I have noticed such a large improvement. My grades have improved and so has my energy. I used to miss class a lot because I COULD NOT keep my eyes open. I am so grateful. However there are some cons. I tend to toss and turn before I go to sleep and the tubing gets in the way. And it takes a little time to get used to the air. I use the nasal pillows and the only issue I have with that is that I have noticed some acne from it. However my dermatologist gave me acne medication for it. It also rubs against my upper lip but I fixed that. What I did was i cut up an old t shirt and cut two holes in it to place over the nasal pillows through and then it stops the rubber from rubbing against my upper lip. 

Being diagnosed with sleep apena and getting my machine improved my life so much. I no long state that "i am tired" 30 times a day, I have more energy to do the things I love and have even found some new activities that I love. 

Please let me know how it works out for you!

I had VSG surgery July 29, 2013.  I had my CPAP pressure lowered last month and now it feels too strong again. Has anyone with sleep apnea had another sleep study prior to reaching their goal? I thought I would wait until reaching goal but since it seems so strong now I'm second guessing and thinking it might be worth it to go now. Thoughts or experiences to share?

My husband had a CPAP machine before his RNY. After surgery and a sleep test confirmed, he no longer needed the machine.Yeahhh for him. We donated the machine to our local hospital and got a substantial tax receipt.  Good for the hospital and good for us. I'm only 3 weeks post RNY and still need machine pending another sleep test. I can hardly wait to donate another machine. Something to consider instead of selling.

I have been on CPAP for about 9 years. I can't say that I wake up singing every morning--I have never been a morning person, but I am wide awake when I head out to work and do not get sleepy during the day. After you start using the CPAP, try sleeping without it for one night-- you will definitely notice the difference!

In sleep apnea, if pauses occur while you snore, and if gasping or choking follow the pauses, these are major signs that you have sleep apnea. Another common sign of sleep apnea is hard to get asleep during at work, the day, or while driving. And when you are not active you may find yourself rapidly falling asleep during the quiet moments of the day. Even if you don't have daytime sleepiness, consult to your doctor if you have problems breathing during sleep.

Other common signs and symptoms of sleep apnea

Memory, not being able to concentrate, and learning problems.

Morning headaches

Feeling depressed, irritable or having mood swings or personality changes

While obstructive sleep apnea can be common in children, it’s not always easy to identify. In addition to continuous loud snoring, children with sleep apnea may suffer from excessive perspiration at night, bedwetting, or night terrors and have strange sleeping positions.

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