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Mary Z replied to Tom Cannon's discussion ResMed software update"I am only guessing that they are constantly updating, but the changes might just be with each new version of the machine. There was a long discussion on this on apneaboard and I believe the consensus was you can't update your machine as…"
Mary Z replied to Corey Stricker's discussion MRCA & infectious diseases"I think this is a question for your infectious disease doctor. I think I would want to change masks and get a new hose. Many of us carry MRSA in our nostrils."
Tom Cannon posted a discussionResMed software update
Does ResMed ever update the software that runs their XPAP machines? And if yes how often and how do you getthe new version?See More
ZolliStar replied to Corey Stricker's discussion MRCA & infectious diseases"Maybe this will help: http://www.sleepguide.com/forum/topics/soclean-cpap-sanitizing-machine?xg_source=activity"
Corey Stricker posted a discussionMRCA & infectious diseases
I am looking for advice regarding CPAP and infectious disease. A couple weeks ago I came down with a Staph infection, or MRCA, in my nostril. I have not used my CPAP machine since then as I have been waiting for the infection to clear up. I am concerned that the CPAP may have been the source of infection. If this is the case, I am concerned about going back to using the CPAP in fear of being re-infected. Is anyone knowledgable about MRCA and whether it can be transmitted through the tubing…See More
ZolliStar commented on Peter Esposito's status" I'm sure you've tried this, but if you haven't: Maybe you should change to a different mask?
FWIW, I recently tried a full face mask and can't say I really like it. I tried to get used to it,…"
ZolliStar posted a discussionSoClean CPAP Sanitizing Machine
Has anyone tried this machine? If it does what it say -- fully sanitize the mask, headgear and tank -- it sounds like a real benefit and likely worth the cost.https://betterrestsolutions.com/SC1100-SoClean-CPAP-Sanitizing-Unit_p_17.htmlSee More
joe replied to joe's discussion operation"I have recently had a small operation for the above.
It involves a small camera going up the nose and then you are sent to sleep.
When you have an Apnea the camera picks up what is causing it.
I returned this week as an out patient and was told that…"
Lee Dryden posted a discussionNew Sleeping with CPAP blog entries
Hello,My recent entries include a review of a CPAP-related product and the results of a contest for the nastiest CPAP mask. Thanks for reading. http://www.sleepingwithcpap.blogspot.com/See More
Henning replied to Henning's discussion Blood pressure medication and breathing."Lisinopril is also an ACE inhibitors, with the same side effects.
Henning"
RockRpsgt replied to Henning's discussion Blood pressure medication and breathing."We have seen a little of this in the lab. Mainly with lisinopril."
angela kyzer posted a status"Has everyone gotten to sign up for Free CEC as well as Free issues of the magazine???"
RockRpsgt replied to mollete's discussion Search Function on SleepGuide"Hello Ms. Renee. I hope things ahve improved for you.
FYI-I get a huge kick out of 99's post. I am friends with Thomas on just about every social site I am on."
RockRpsgt replied to Clueless in Redwood Shores's discussion Apnea and Cancer"I just read this lastnight."
Clueless in Redwood Shores posted a discussionApnea and Cancer
Two new studies suggest cancer is one more risk of untreated apnea.http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/20/sleep-apnea-tied-to-increased-cancer-risk/See More
Mary Z left a comment for Renee"Renee, you really give me too much credit. Thanks for your kindness.
Mary Z."
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Please join me on Tuesday, May 29th, at 8PM Eastern for my next Expert Interview. This month, Dr. Ted Belfor will give a presentation on “Developing the Face and The Airway with a Removable Dental Appliance: The Homeoblock”.Click here to register: http://doctorstevenpark.com/?p=7221See More
Henning replied to Henning's discussion Blood pressure medication and breathing."Yes, you can find links to OSA.
I think the biggest problem is that many of the side effects that can follow Enalapril, are also symptoms of OSA. Therefore, it may be difficult to separate symptoms.
Here is a link linking OSA and Enalapril…"
Dr Oz on Sleep Apnea
Dr. Oz had a couple on today (Friday, March 5) who both have sleep apnea. He had some video of the man snoring, then put both in theTruth Tube. Issues discussed were neck size, weight, blood pressure, daytime sleepiness, headaches, BMI.
He had them both take an at-home test (not shown, just the guy with a thing strapped to his head).
Results, man had 67 incidents per hour, woman had not as many but enough for diagnosis.
A Dr. whose name and credentials I did not catch, then discussed 3 steps everyone should take to determine if they have sleep apnea and what to do about it.
Step 1: Do a sleep reality check. Are you getting what you need, based on how you feel daily? You must get enough sleep for a healthy body.
Step 2: Make lifestyle changes to reduce the physical causes of sleep apnea (for instance, losing 10% of your body weight will reduce sleep apnea effects by 33%)
Step 3: Use CPAP to keep airways open. (They put a mask on him but didn't fit it etc) For mild to moderate OSA, you may be able to use an appliance in your mouth at night to pull the jaw forward.
Midwest Sleep Diagnostics clinic in St. Louis MO will be setting them up with CPAP machines, and they will be back on the show at a later date, to see how they are doing.
This is my paraphrasing of what went on, it was pretty fast as is a lot of his stuff, but had all the basics. Will be interesting to see the show when they come back after receiving therapy.
Here is the link to the show, the video of the OSA segment isn't on there yet but probably will be shortly.
http://www.doctoroz.com/
He had them both take an at-home test (not shown, just the guy with a thing strapped to his head).
Results, man had 67 incidents per hour, woman had not as many but enough for diagnosis.
A Dr. whose name and credentials I did not catch, then discussed 3 steps everyone should take to determine if they have sleep apnea and what to do about it.
Step 1: Do a sleep reality check. Are you getting what you need, based on how you feel daily? You must get enough sleep for a healthy body.
Step 2: Make lifestyle changes to reduce the physical causes of sleep apnea (for instance, losing 10% of your body weight will reduce sleep apnea effects by 33%)
Step 3: Use CPAP to keep airways open. (They put a mask on him but didn't fit it etc) For mild to moderate OSA, you may be able to use an appliance in your mouth at night to pull the jaw forward.
Midwest Sleep Diagnostics clinic in St. Louis MO will be setting them up with CPAP machines, and they will be back on the show at a later date, to see how they are doing.
This is my paraphrasing of what went on, it was pretty fast as is a lot of his stuff, but had all the basics. Will be interesting to see the show when they come back after receiving therapy.
Here is the link to the show, the video of the OSA segment isn't on there yet but probably will be shortly.
http://www.doctoroz.com/
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Permalink Reply by Mary Z on -
I don't watch Dr. Oz, but I'm glad he's calling attention to OSA. Dr. Phil Westbrook (sponsored, whatever that means) gives so extensive answers to sleep apnea questions on the site mentioned . Dr. Westbrook goes into detail, including a piece on Home Apnea tests. As Dr. Oz is so popular this is pretty good exposure. Did you know not having a bed partner puts you at risk as there's no one to tell you that you quit breathing during the night? I might have made that up. Dr. Westbrook also says that our PCP's should all be equipped to dianose and treat most simple sleep apnea patients "the average patient with OSA can be, and should be, managed by that patient's own doctor". He talks about the availability of the HST and how they are read. I'm glad my PCP knows when to refer me to a specialist. I can't imagaine that most PCPs have time to deal with sleep apena and treatment. I didn't see any video yet.
Thanks for the link, sherry.
Mary Z.
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I think OSA (as well as the complex/central apneas) are woefully ignored and misunderstood by both health professionals and their clients.
Although I am overweight and have a large neck circumference, my PCP never questioned me about snoring, etc. I heard about OSA on my own, and realized that my mother, who was quite thin her entire life, had suffered from it. She napped on the couch a lot, and would give the big snort and wake up..we always thought it was funny, I didn't realize until about a year ago that it was undoubtedly OSA. I recognized the same problem in myself; when I napped in the recliner my throat would close off and I would awaken. This is what led me to tell my PCP; I actually thought I needed for the uvula surgery (and will be pursing that, as I definitely have obstruction even when not sleeping). She sent me to the sleep lab, pretty much kicking and screaming the whole time, as I didn't want to wear the frogman getup to bed! I had a long distance marriage for many years, and snuggling up to my husband in bed is one of the best things about retirement..however, the difference in how I felt after 6 hours of 'sleep' in the sleep lab with the CPAP, versus 10 hours at home without it, plus all the negative effects untreated OSA would have on my health, pretty much made therapy a no-brainer. Luckily I have great health insurance and paid very little for my $5000 SV.
I have been very vocal in informing friends etc about the effects of OSA, but even those who obviously are in need of therapy refuse to seek help because of the high cost, the inconvenience of the titration process and subsequent therapy, or because they are afraid of the ramifications of the diagnosis upon their employment.
It is very sad that OSA does not have the public awareness that it warrants. Maybe we need a campaign symbol like the colored ribbons for cancer.. a big green ZZZZ sticker on the end of our nose ? Or a Wear Your Mask To Work Day?? Or maybe ResMed and Phillips need to start a major media campaign..people feeling so good after using their CPAPs that they have the energy to have sex and dance again, and now can finally do Sudoku!! (I'm not sure about the Sudoku, but I did get a lot better at solving them after I started therapy, lol)
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Step 2: Make lifestyle changes to reduce the physical causes of sleep apnea (for instance, losing 10% of your body weight will reduce sleep apnea effects by 33%)
That sounds like horse manure made up by someone for a tv show. I bet he doesn't have any evidence that those ratios are correct.
For mild to moderate OSA, you may be able to use an appliance in your mouth at night to pull the jaw forward.
Dr. Zzzzz is not keeping up to date. There is a good study out that shows no correlation between OSA severity and success with an oral device (MAD). Success with a MAD is dependent on the anatomy and not OSA severity. People with severe OSA should no longer be discouraged from trying a MAD.
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Here is the link for the video, it is available now:
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/how-identify-and-treat-sleep-apnea
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Permalink Reply by Mary Z on
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Banyon, I have to say you are always a welcomed voice of reason. I am not a very discriminating reader and don't know the statistics like you. Thanks for the breath of fresh air.
Do you think getting information out there is good even when not exactly according to the facts we possess.
Dr. Oz did a show on "instant teeth cosmetic fixing", but it wasn't instant, it required pre dental work by the patients which was pretty involved. His dentist just glued on some veneers after the teeth were already prepared. That's all my experience with Dr. Oz.
Mary Z.
Banyon said:Step 2: Make lifestyle changes to reduce the physical causes of sleep apnea (for instance, losing 10% of your body weight will reduce sleep apnea effects by 33%)
That sounds like horse manure made up by someone for a tv show. I bet he doesn't have any evidence that those ratios are correct.
For mild to moderate OSA, you may be able to use an appliance in your mouth at night to pull the jaw forward.
Dr. Zzzzz is not keeping up to date. There is a good study out that shows no correlation between OSA severity and success with an oral device (MAD). Success with a MAD is dependent on the anatomy and not OSA severity. People with severe OSA should no longer be discouraged from trying a MAD.
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I didn't see the video here -- just text.
sherry said:Here is the link for the video, it is available now:
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/how-identify-and-treat-sleep-apnea
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Permalink Reply by RockRpsgt on -
I think that despite inaccuracies this was a good piece. I am not sure the exact numbers, but a weight reduction can and will result in a lowering of the AHI and help with the effects of apnea.
Banyon why are you so angry lately. This was a good show that brought national attention to sleep. that is a good thing.
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Permalink Reply by Mike on
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I think I understand where Banyon's frustration is coming from. TV seems to insist on a watered down, simplified version of explaining this disorder that often rubs me the wrong way, too. That said, i see the simplified hooey as kind of a forerunner to the more substantive, intelligent TV coverage that will be in demand once people actually know what Sleep Apnea is.
Rock Hinkle said:I think that despite inaccuracies this was a good piece. I am not sure the exact numbers, but a weight reduction can and will result in a lowering of the AHI and help with the effects of apnea.
Banyon why are you so angry lately. This was a good show that brought national attention to sleep. that is a good thing.
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Permalink Reply by RockRpsgt on
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We have to remember that not everyone is in the know as we are. Sometimes I forget this when talking to people about sleep. I sometimes assume that everyone should know what I do because most of the people in my circle do. Sleep disorders are new to the general public on the whole. I personally feel that we need to show more support for things like this.
I do understand your anger Banyon. Sorry to have put you on the spot like that.
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Permalink Reply by susan mccord on -
LMAO! Hi Jeff!! Sorry, you rarely irritate me, but you amuse the HELL out of me!!!!
McCord :-D
j n k said:I think Banyon has developed a style that is designed to grab attention on an Internet board. And I think Dr. Oz, and many such TV personalities, have developed a style that is designed to capture, and hold, the short, shallow attention span of the average channel surfer who doesn't want to have to think too hard or be challenged. Both styles have purpose and limitations. Properly directed, both styles can do a lot of good.
I, on the other hand, have made it a point to be completely devoid of all style. This keeps my life particularly entertaining for me in that it seems to irritate the living daylights out of everyone around me.
jeff
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Permalink Reply by Banyon on
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:) I like to think of it as passion not anger. I leave Aristotle's "golden mean" for others.
If I can get a rise out of Rock, I smile.
Take it or leave it - your choice.
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