What is CPAP machine?
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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) delivers air into your airway through a specially designed nasal mask or pillows. The flow of air creates enough pressure when you inhale to keep your airway open. CPAP is considered the most effective nonsurgical treatment for snoring and sleep apnea.
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How do members experience CPAP machine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleep apnea disorder | 795 | 230 | |
| Obstructive sleep apnea | 504 | 183 | |
| Central sleep apnea | 50 | 11 | |
| Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence) | 16 | 12 | |
| General health | 9 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry mouth | 28 | |
| Dry mouth at night | 10 | |
| Awakening due to cumbersome equipment | 9 | |
| Headaches | 9 | |
| Uncomfortable | 9 | |
| Difficulty staying asleep | 7 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 16 | |
| Moderate | 48 | |
| Mild | 163 | |
| None | 234 |
Member evaluations
TheWorshipper
evaluated on Dec 19, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for obstructive sleep apnea: Major
- Side effects: None
Wayne Lampe
evaluated on Aug 27, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for sleep apnea disorder: Major
- Side effects: None
blab3
evaluated on Aug 13, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for obstructive sleep apnea: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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