you can try renting one for a couple of months before you make your decision to buy it. That's what I did because I wasn't sure I would be able to sleep with it on so instead of wasting all that money I rented it for 3 months and then I bought it. Also if you rent it and then buy it the rental cost usually comes off the cost of the machine. Another reason it was good for me to rent was that in the couple of months I had it I discovered I needed a Bi-Pap machine not a C-Pap so I got to figure out what was best for me before I bought it.

And TDR is right it does make a huge difference on your life. I didn't think there was anything wrong with me until I started using the machine every night and after a week or so realized I was able to do a lot more because I was awake and had energy. Also I found my blood pressure to get better and blood sugars come down. It takes a bit of getting used to but it is worth it and I don't sleep without it any more, even if I take a nap, which doesn't happen very often anymore, I put it on because I know what sleep I get is much better after wearing my mask.

Hope this helps
Kash

PS If you need it the Bi-Pap was just over $3000

 Hi Tracey,

Mine ws just over $2000 but my insurance covered everything but $200.   I have been using it for a couple of years and I can't describe the difference it has made in my life.  Also, I believe you have to be treating your sleep apnea to qualify for the VSG surgery.  Raleen would have more information for you.

Just to give you an idea of the impact of a CPAP machine - if I happen to go a couple of nights without it- my blood pressure rises about 20 points and my blood sugars go very high as well.  And of course I wake with a headache.  

Hey guys. Just wanted to get some of your ideas as to what I can drink.
I've been sticking with the costco protein shakes, but I'm really getting sick of them.
I don't really like soups, only home-made turkey and i've been drinking the broth, but it tastes really salty to me. And I am weird with textures so I don't like anything puree'd.
I tried these motts puree fruit cups, but the texture totally disgusted me.
Some of my pre-surgery shakes also disgust me now, so I'm at a bit of a loss.

What kind of shakes are you guys drinking?

-Jane

Jenn just told me that Tina is in recovery and it looks like everything went well.
I haven't heard from Tina yet. She said she would call me as soon as she could.
Soooo, happy she has it over with now. She will be on the mend in no time. :)

So sorry I missed you ladies yesterday - it was a crazy run-around errand day that got me off schedule (was EVERYONE in NF at Costco at the same time?? It felt like it!).

Tina, I will be thinking about you and will stop up to your room, if you feel up to visitors. My extension in the HSC is 7302 - and, no, they don't have open wireless unfortunately.

All the very, very best for your big day!

x Jenn