[barb02]

Well I heard from the sleep disorder/pulmonary doctor (actually I called) and I have to go back next week for the second study. Even though I was sleeping very lightly, I stopped breathing about 22 times in an hour. That sounds like a lot. He said it was moderate apnea. But if I was sleeping deeply, it might be even worse. So I will be trying out the CPAP machines next Wednesday night. Doctor asked me if I took my ambien and I told him yes. He then wanted to know if I always sleep so lightly I responded sometimes. Hopefully the CPAP will help.

[soxmom]

I hope the mask will help you sleep better. Maybe it will help your
overall health.

[Dejibo]

yipes! scary stuff barb! I hope you get your machine soon.

[karousel]

So sorry - I hope with the machine you'll be getting better sleep.

[SallyC]

Good wishes for you and your new sleeping partner. I hope it's a match made in heaven.

[Debbie D]

Barb,
I posted in daily insights about my machine...it's really easy to get used to...they had 2 sizes, I chose the small nose-only one...
It has really helped me...anything that improves your sleep will definitely improve your energy level and your health...
By the way, someone told me she got these things that are called "nose pillows"...it has two nodes that rest just inside your nostrils so you don't have the whole mask over your nose...she said it is so much more comfortable.
You might want to go online-maybe google CPAP machines and see what is offered. Knowledge is power, as you well know!!
Let us know what you find out...