Tuesday, March 27, 2007

Sleep Apnea

A friend of mine may or may not have sleep apnea. His wife says he does. He says he doesn’t. His wife is in a better position to render this diagnosis, since this problem, if it exists, occurs when my friend is asleep. I don’t intend to take part in this debate, but if the couple finally reaches an agreement, I could provide some information.

A person who has sleep apnea falls asleep for 10 to 30 seconds at a time while sleeping. These incidents may occur as much as 400 times a night. This condition is potentially dangerous, and anyone who suffers from it should seek the attention of a doctor. If the doctor finds that there is sufficient danger, he or she may arrange for a sleep study. If this study finds that the disorder exists, the doctor may prescribe a cpap device.

At this point CPAP Wholesale can be of assistance. CPAP stands for continuous positive airway pressure. When used as directed, a CPAP device lets a person breathe normally while sleeping, thereby relieving the symptoms and potential dangers of sleep apnea.

An individual cannot simply order a CPAP device. You must first obtain a doctor’s prescription. After that, you can contact CPAP Wholesale for help in obtaining the prescribed device. If you have any questions, the staff will be happy to assist you. Simply call 757-788-8073.

Sleep well, friends. Sweet dreams.

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