Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Have A Good Night Sleep Using CPAP / CEPAP

By Zaiden W Xavier


CPAP / CEPAP, or continuous positive airflow pressure is a highly successful treatment for obstructive sleeping apnea and other breathing-related disorders such as snoring. This machine is keeping airways open by providing continuous air flow. Many people have different sleeping problems that can be easily solved using this device.

Snoring, especially loud snoring, can cause different problems to people who snore, but also to people who live and sleep with them. Relaxed tissue such as tongue can narrow an airway. When air is passing through, it makes these sagging tissues vibrating. When the air is continuously pumped into the lungs, the passage remains open and snoring is eliminated.

Obstructive sleeping apnea is the most common type of apnea. It actually means 'cessation of breath'. The term is used for repeated blockages of the upper airway during sleep, complete or partial. It causes breathing difficulties, and it becomes nearly impossible to pull some air into the lungs.

Frequently repeated Obstructed Sleeping Apnea, also known as OSA, causes heart rhythm irregularities and reduced oxygen flow. CEPAP can be used for treating moderate to severe cases of OSA, but it won't do the actual breathing instead of patient. It will simply provide ideal conditions to allow him to breathe uninterruptedly, by keeping his airways open.

Different OSA symptoms include troubles concentrating, forgetfulness, morning headaches, sleepiness, sore throat, loud snoring, restlessness and sexual dysfunction. Some people can become distressed or depressed. Sleeping partners will probably recognize some of these symptoms. Patients usually cannot recognize their problems.

This is the most effective non-surgical treatment for OSA. The mild pressure it creates prevents airways from collapsing or becoming blocked. It can also be very helpful for apnea patients suffering from coronary artery diseases or having heart problems. Another advantage is significant lowering of blood pressure.

There are different types of masks available, but the most common type is nasal mask. It covers the patient nose and pump air into it. It can cause different side-effects, though, including allergies, irritations, nightmares and nasal problems. Most of these symptoms will be reduced using nasal sprays and humidifiers, but some of them will occur only at the beginning of a treatment.

CPAP / CEPAP devices won't cure your medical condition, but they will bring you relief and ease your life. Although nasal mask may be quite uncomfortable at first, you will soon adapt to it. Good night sleep is important for your health and the general quality of your life, and if you must handle the occasional nuisance, it's worth it.




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