What is BiPAP machine?
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TYPES:Generic: Non-invasive Ventilator
BiPAP® (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) is an electronic breathing device used in the treatment of sleep apnea, lung disease, and to treat respiratory weakness. Also known as NIPPV, use of the device overnight improves quality of sleep, daytime sleepiness, and may improve thinking ability.
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How do members experience BiPAP machine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 91 | 20 | |
| Breathing difficulty | 65 | 27 | |
| Fatigue | 23 | 6 | |
| Obstructive sleep apnea | 12 | 8 | |
| General health | 10 | 3 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry mouth | 4 | |
| Difficulty staying asleep | 2 | |
| Dry throat | 2 | |
| Abdominal wind pain | 1 | |
| Breathing difficulty | 1 | |
| Dry mouth at night | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 6 | |
| Mild | 18 | |
| None | 49 |
Member evaluations
jockamo
evaluated on Nov 17, 2020
- Perceived effectiveness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Major
- Side effects: None
Zippo
evaluated on Mar 20, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for sleep apnea disorder: Moderate
- Side effects: Moderate
Tommy Maker
evaluated on Aug 31, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for General health: Major
- Side effects: Mild
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