DiscoverSleep Apnea Stories142 - Emma Cooksey - Sleep Apnea Q&A
142 - Emma Cooksey - Sleep Apnea Q&A

142 - Emma Cooksey - Sleep Apnea Q&A

Update: 2024-05-29
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Emma answers listener questions.




In this episode:




Q) How can I stop air leaking from the mask? I can't wear it any tighter.




Q) How can I keep the mask from irritating my face? Any liners that work well?




Q) If there's no leaking, do I still need to change them every 3-6 months?




Q) Do you wash new CPAP supplies?




Q) How do people manage camping/adventures with their kids and using CPAP?




Q) 2 weeks using CPAP, when should I see a change? I honestly feel more exhausted than before.




Q) Suggestions for having a big tongue that could be causing sleep apnea?




This episode is sponsored by Aeroflow Sleep - learn more here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aeroflowsleep.com⁠⁠⁠⁠




Research on nasal pillows masks: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5014980/




Mask Liners:


https://www.padacheek.com




Emma's Amazon Storefront


https://www.amazon.com/shop/sleepapneastories




Emma's Favorite CPAP Battery (10% off)


https://www.exppropower.com/discount/emma




Vik Veer's video on tongue procedures:


https://youtu.be/DAvt3sc5NSI?feature=shared




Positional Therapy options:


https://www.amazon.com/shop/sleepapneastories/list/3S85ZEI4N1VB1?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfsleepapneastories_26ZX6K0ZQQN5ADRW99XG




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Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences with medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment.

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142 - Emma Cooksey - Sleep Apnea Q&A

142 - Emma Cooksey - Sleep Apnea Q&A

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