Habs Passing

[zimmy]

macojoe- could also be prostate issue if the waking is due to needing to go. Also something to get checked and treated.

[mrmacey]

I lost 115 lbs and sleep apneia gone!

[Mike P]

Originally Posted by zimmy

macojoe- could also be prostate issue if the waking is due to needing to go. Also something to get checked and treated.

That and type 2 diabetes. Frequent urination is a symptom, especially when accompanied by a constant dry throat/thirst.

Most men experience some prostate enlargement when they get into their 50s. Usually benigh prostate enlargement (BPH).

[eelman]

Originally Posted by Mike P

That and type 2 diabetes. Frequent urination is a symptom, especially when accompanied by a constant dry throat/thirst.

Most men experience some prostate enlargement when they get into their 50s. Usually benigh prostate enlargement (BPH).

I have Type 2 Diabetes, those are indeed the symptoms, I went to the doctor because of the constant thirst..Much better now with meds..I had no idea I had it..

[redfin]

I was diagnosed back in '98, averaged 97 stoppages of breath per hour. Doctor told me it was the worst case he'd seen in his career. I tried the bipap, what a PITA! The mask would cock if I moved my head too much, blowing air into one of my eyes, the maintenance of the machine was a headache(constantly sterilizing the H20 reservoir)
and I hated being tied to the damn thing so I deal with the dozing in meetings, movies, traffic lights, etc. I'm going to have the surgery...one of these days.

[macojoe]

I have had type II Diabeties for 18 years and I am insulin dependent. Sugars have been ok for a while, That might have to do with going, But i just don't get enough sleep?

I am going to follow Mr. M soon maybe I have to get some 130 pounds off!

[Duke41]

Originally Posted by redfin

I was diagnosed back in '98, averaged 97 stoppages of breath per hour. Doctor told me it was the worst case he'd seen in his career. I tried the bipap, what a PITA! The mask would cock if I moved my head too much, blowing air into one of my eyes, the maintenance of the machine was a headache(constantly sterilizing the H20 reservoir)
and I hated being tied to the damn thing so I deal with the dozing in meetings, movies, traffic lights, etc. I'm going to have the surgery...one of these days.

Mr. You are playing with fire. Find a new company and get a bipap with swift nasal pillows. Before you end of hurt or worse.

[spinncognito]

I was diagnosed with moderate sleep apnea when I was 30 (ten years ago). Did the whole C-PAP machine thing but could not deal so opted for surgery. Got a complete Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty- otherwise known as a UPPP. Despite the painful recovery it was worth it as I do sleep better and snore less. Plus, I love telling people that I have no uvula (the dangly thing in the back of your throat). Amazing how many people think a uvula is a female body part!


Seriously, do not take apnea lightly and like Mr. Macey said, weight loss can fix the problem without the surgery or the machine.