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Topic: RE: Severe Sleep Apnea
I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and hypersomnia. Although I use a CPAP machine, lately I found myself dozing at my desk several. I said something to my doctor and he had me try a drug called "Provigil". It comes in 200 mg but it's scored and I only take half. It really helps me feel more awake and alive, although it's nothing like a too-much-caffine feeling. You just don't feel tired. You feel better. 
Topic: RE: Sleep Study Post OP
Congrats on another step up toward being machine free
. I have appointment with Doctor in June so I will ask his advice then. Right now I am getting a new mask which I hope is helpful for resting. Enjoy your day Jamie
. I have appointment with Doctor in June so I will ask his advice then. Right now I am getting a new mask which I hope is helpful for resting. Enjoy your day Jamie 
Topic: RE: Bi-Pap Machine
Just an update on my latest sleep study.
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!! So everyone that is having issues post-op, MAKE SURE YOU GET RETESTED, as soon as you notice a change in your sleeping habits because I have had a lot of issues with lack of sleep, memory, concentration, etc...
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!! So everyone that is having issues post-op, MAKE SURE YOU GET RETESTED, as soon as you notice a change in your sleeping habits because I have had a lot of issues with lack of sleep, memory, concentration, etc...
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
Topic: RE: Hi everyone - just got diagnosed
Just an update here, I have also added this update to a few other posts I had on the sleep apnea forums.
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!!
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!!
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
Topic: RE: down 200+ lbs and sleeping poorly
Just an UPDATE!!!
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!!
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!!
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
Topic: RE: Sleep Study Post OP
I got my results form last weeks sleep study...
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!! MAKE SURE YOU GET RETESTED, as soon as you notice a change in your sleeping habits because I have had a lot of issues with lack of sleep, memory, concentration, etc...
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
Feb 2008, 515 lbs pressure was 25-27
Oct 2008, 570 lbs pressure the same but wasn't retested (when I had my wl surgery)
Apr 2009, 360 lbs pressure is set at 8 now
I am so excited, 8, WOW no wonder my sleep has gone so far downhill since about Christmas.
I have to buy a new machine, I am no longer able to use bi-pap I get to drop down to a cpap. NICE!!! MAKE SURE YOU GET RETESTED, as soon as you notice a change in your sleeping habits because I have had a lot of issues with lack of sleep, memory, concentration, etc...
I hope, i really hope losing another 100 lbs will get my off the machine all together, that would be cool.
-Jaime
Topic: RE: central apnea
I hadn't heard that before, years off my life, DAMN!!!
I took my bi-pap to the hospital with me, I wore it most of the day after surgery, I was so tired and kept falling asleep, plus I was so tired it made breathing even when awake easier. I felt better when wearing it, even when awake.
I know that sounds strange but none of the nurses or doctors told me not to or that it wasn't a good idea, so I wore it, heh. Only the first day but still at night always.
I got good news today, my pressure was at 25-27 from last Feb when I was 515lbs in October I was 570 lbs. I had a sleep study done this past wed. and got the results today, I am down to a pressure of 8. Whoo HOOO!!!!!
Oh, that is not gloating, it is excitement on my end.
-Jaime
I took my bi-pap to the hospital with me, I wore it most of the day after surgery, I was so tired and kept falling asleep, plus I was so tired it made breathing even when awake easier. I felt better when wearing it, even when awake.
I know that sounds strange but none of the nurses or doctors told me not to or that it wasn't a good idea, so I wore it, heh. Only the first day but still at night always.
I got good news today, my pressure was at 25-27 from last Feb when I was 515lbs in October I was 570 lbs. I had a sleep study done this past wed. and got the results today, I am down to a pressure of 8. Whoo HOOO!!!!!
Oh, that is not gloating, it is excitement on my end.
-Jaime
Topic: RE: sleep apnea with PH
I have sleep apnea and pulmonary hypertension, wheteher caused fro slep apnes, I don't know. They monitor your breathing and keep it regulated during surgery, but use your c-pap for after surgery My surgery is scheduled for Fri, May 1
Topic: RE: central apnea
My dr always tells me when I don't wear the mask I am taking years off my life. I definitely will wear my mask and have to take c-pap (16 setting) to the hosp with me for use after surgery. Thanks for the enlightenment
Topic: RE: Dreaming I am Choking.
Katie,
I haven't been diagnosed yet but I have some of the same problems. I once ran out into the hall in my jammies because the fire alarm was going off....turns out it was a new tone on my alarm cell phone!
The waking up with sore throat is scary it may just be snoring but you should get checked out right away because it could be apnea. In the mean time you should take extra pillows off the bed and sleep on your side. You could also try elevating your bed by putting pillows/blankets in between the matresses at the head of the bed or by putting wood or brick under the legs. It doesn't have to be high to help.
Also stay away from sleep aids to help you fall asleep they could be what is triggering your half-awake state.
I haven't been diagnosed yet but I have some of the same problems. I once ran out into the hall in my jammies because the fire alarm was going off....turns out it was a new tone on my alarm cell phone!
The waking up with sore throat is scary it may just be snoring but you should get checked out right away because it could be apnea. In the mean time you should take extra pillows off the bed and sleep on your side. You could also try elevating your bed by putting pillows/blankets in between the matresses at the head of the bed or by putting wood or brick under the legs. It doesn't have to be high to help.
Also stay away from sleep aids to help you fall asleep they could be what is triggering your half-awake state.
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