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514349 tn?1272801633

Feeling worse after using CPAP

An in-home sleep study revealed that I had a MILD case of sleep apnea. PCP ordered a CPAP device equipped with a humidifier. I am using 7.0 mm pressure with a nose mask. I have not felt any better after using this equipment now for over a week, in fact I feel even more tired and now I wake up with a moderate headache. Is this normal? Do I need to use CPAP for a while before I am adjusted?
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612551 tn?1450022175
I was diagnosed with mild obstructive sleep apnea in an in-hospital overnight sleep study.

I lost about 10% of my body weight and that seems to have cleared my OSA problem.  I have other sleep problems, but I have not yet had to go to a CPAP.  I understand if I wish to go to a CPAP my doctor requires I do another overnight in hospital (or other sleep study center) CPAP test to determine the best "settings" for me.  So far I am CPAP free.
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Do you normally have sinus issues? How high is your humidifier set? If it's too high, it can cause a headache.
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1622896 tn?1562364967
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Hi when i first started with my CPAP Machine i was told to use it during the day sitting watching TV , that helped me get used to it when i was in bed and it worked for me , it will take time to get used to ,
But it is well worth the wait , now i can sleep 8 hours none stop and i feel as if i have had a good nights sleep
I hope this will help you out ,Bob
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