a sleepy person’s tale
It all started when I went to the movies with my sister. She said mid-way into the movies she noticed heavy breathing. I was seated next to her and she thought I had fallen asleep and was snoring. She looked over and saw that I was wide awake and “just breathing.” She insisted something was […]
nasal CPAP system
Can you explain the Nasal CPAP system please? I have heard about them and think I many need one for my sleep. — Jim, Age 53, Naples, FL., USA For the Dream Doctor’s response, click here Back to Snoring & Sleep Apnea page
nasal CPAP system
Hi Jim— CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. A Nasal CPAP device is prescribed by a medical doctor for the treatment of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. If you snore loudly during the night, awaken frequently to use the bathroom, do not awaken from sleep feeling rested, and also are tired throughout the […]
humidifier for CPAP
Nasal CPAP users! Did you receive a humidifier with your CPAP or Bi-Level unit? If you didn’t, and if you suffer from any of the following symptoms, speak to your equipment provider and ask for one to be delivered to you. Dry, burning sensation in the sinuses either during the night or upon awakening from […]
air pressure too high?
If so, be sure to speak with your equipment provider regarding Bi-Level Positive Air Pressure devices—also known as Bi-PAP. A bi-level device follows your breathing pattern and automatically reduces the air pressure level when you breathe out. Bi-Level devices are indicated for those patients who have high Nasal CPAP air pressure levels (generally greater than […]
nasal CPAP supplies
Many Nasal CPAP users are not aware that they are eligible to receive new masks, tubings, headgears and filters for their CPAP devices every six months—according to the minimum standards set by Medicare and adhered to by all commercial insurance carriers. Nasal masks, headgears, tubings and filters are all considered “disposable” supplies by your insurance […]
wake up with heartburn
Do you suffer from Nocturnal Heartburn? Nocturnal heartburn is also known as gastro-esophogeal reflux disorder, or GERD. If you awaken from sleep during the night—or in the morning—suffering from a bad case of heartburn, your body may be trying to tell you something: You may be having a hard time breathing during sleep. If the […]
PMS, pregnancy & menopause
Did you ever doubt it? Women have problems with sleep that are unique to them alone: PMS: 21% of menstruating women report trouble sleeping at least a few nights a week due to “that time of the month.” The number one reason cited: water retention and bloating. The major side effect: insomnia and subsequent daytime […]
resources for women
1.) The National Sleep Foundation’s 2007 Women and Sleep Poll. One of the first comprehensive studies of women’s sleep ever done! To read all about it, click here! 2.) Tips and links from the folks at Stanford University—for people who want to improve their sleep. It’s called How to Sleep Well. If you suffer from […]
asleep at the wheel
What percentage of women would you guess report that they have fallen asleep behind the wheel of an automobile in the last year? 1%? 3%? 5%? Guess again. The answer is a whopping 27%! If you limit the question to women ages 18-24 years—the statistics climb to 37%! That’s more than one out of every […]
the daily snooze
22% of all women report that sleep problems interfere with their day to day activities “a few days a week.” 15% report interference with performing household duties. 12% report interference with relationship with spouse or partner. 9% report interference with relationship with children. 12% report interference with job duties. 7% report interference with caring for […]
sleepless in america
Most women get less sleep than they need. Overall, about two-thirds of women (67%) report experiencing any sleep problem at least a few nights a week within the past month, with 46% reporting this occurring every night or almost every night. About one-half of women say they woke up feeling un-refreshed (50%) and/or were awake […]