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7 Most Common CPAP Machine Side Effects (and Ways to Avoid Them)

The content in this blog was medically reviewed by Michelle Worley, R.N., a seasoned medical advisor who has worked as a clinician for over 20 years in the sleep-related medical field.

Starting CPAP therapy for sleep apnea can feel like a game-changer, and for many, it is. But, while CPAP treatment is one of the most effective methods for handling OSA, it doesn’t come without difficulties or chances for improvements.

The good news? Most common CPAP side effects are easy to fix once you know what’s causing them, and even easier to prevent with the right supplies and tips. Read more about the most common CPAP-related issues and how to overcome them so you can sleep better, breathe easier, and stick with your therapy for the long haul.

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How To Save On Your CPAP Supplies With Your FSA/HSA

How to save on your CPAP supplies with your FSA/HSA Funds

Wondering if you can use your FSA or HSA for CPAP supplies? The answer is yes! If you have funds that run out at the end of the year, this is the perfect time to upgrade your existing equipment. Start the new year off right with fresh, sparkling clean CPAP mask, tubing, humidifier chamber, parts, or a machine.

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The Mouth Breathing & Sleep Apnea Connection (And Their Impacts on Your Sleep)

Breathing is something most of us take for granted. It's an involuntary action that sustains us from the moment we're born until our last breath. However, not all breathing is created equal. While most of us naturally breathe through our noses, some individuals are habitual mouth breathers. In the medical sense, this seemingly innocuous habit and natural style of breathing can have significant consequences, particularly when it comes to sleep apnea and overall sleep quality.

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Determining Your Treatment: The Benefits & Drawbacks of Different PAP Machines

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea are common sleep disorders that affect millions of people worldwide. Thankfully, there are numerous treatments available to help you experience a restful sleep. Many of these solutions come in the form of different types of PAP devices and PAP machines as options for overarching PAP therapy. Each of these sleep apnea treatment devices are able to address the various needs that arise from sleep apnea — it’s just about finding the right solution for you!

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Home Sleep Tests: The Simplified Way to Check for Sleep Apnea

At-home sleep apnea tests can help identify if you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and lead you to proper treatment — all from the comfort of your own home and your own bed! Their affordability and convenience is coupled with high chance of accurate diagnosis, making it the easiest way to help you identify your sleep apnea treatment plan. There are many home sleep test options, and you can find our simple and effective home sleep test here!

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Camping With CPAP: Challenges and Solutions

Enjoying the great outdoors with the family is truly magical. With all the memories to make and views to see, don’t let your CPAP machine keep you inside. There are plenty of solutions that make it possible to manage your sleep apnea anywhere. With some planning, you can get the perfect night’s sleep no matter where you travel!

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Do You Need To Replace Your CPAP Mask?

Your CPAP mask is the primary interface between you and your CPAP device, and it might just be the biggest factor in determining how well you are able to adjust to your sleep apnea treatment. It works hard night after night and over time its performance can be weakened by normal wear and tear. Learn exactly how and when to replace your CPAP mask to get the most out of your CPAP therapy.

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The Best CPAP Cleaner | CPAP Cleaning Machine Reviews

If you’ve owned a CPAP machine longer than a day, you’ve probably wished for a quicker and easier way to clean your supplies and accessories. CPAP cleaning machines promise to do that for you with the simple push of a button, but do these sanitizing machines really work? Will they replace regularly cleaning by hand? And which is better, ozone or UV light? 

Today, we’ll answer some of your biggest questions about CPAP cleaners, and who really needs one. Then if you decide a CPAP cleaner is right for you, read on to explore the best CPAP cleaners available in 2022!

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How to Overcome Your CPAP Anxiety

For most people, undergoing a sleep study and getting diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a pretty big deal. As with most chronic conditions, the treatment will involve some major lifestyle changes. Losing weight, stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and other measures can certainly help reduce the severity of OSA. But if you’re doctor has recommended you get treated with CPAP therapy, the biggest change you’ll need to get used to is using the equipment consistently. But don’t worry! If you’re a little (or a lot) nervous, you’re not alone. We’ve pulled together some insights on how to cope.

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Why Does CPAP Sometimes Make Me Gassy?

It may not be something we are all comfortable talking about, but gas happens. Most of us are used to this experience based on the foods we eat, but if you are using a CPAP machine to treat sleep apnea, you may be getting a gassy belly from another source — the machine itself.

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