One thing to keep in mind, CPAP's & BIPAP's are versions of respirators. It takes time to get used to them, some never do. It works for some and not others. If we are one of those who they do help, that is good, if you are one that can't sleep while using them, that is unfortunate and I wish there is something that can help.

I'm pleased Cpap works so well for you. Perhaps I should read what I write before posting. My issue is doctors with a single objective that don't adjust treatment to the custom needs of patients. This doc reminded me of my first cardiologist. I went to him for treatment of Afib. He delayed my Ablation 2 times and tried a 3rd, wanted to keep doing more testing looking for blockage, keep me on blood thinner, tried to put me on statins then made up things to scare me into more testing. I dismissed him, had a sucessful Ablation then no Afib for over 3 years. I'm heart healthy and drug free. I've had good docs all my life and will not accept less.

On my first appointment with the cardiologist I knew of my Afib from my fit bit watch and I was expecting an Ablation because of my research. First doc just got in my way. Since my sleep doc appointment I've acted on several ideas from research. Haven't snored since. Way too early to believe it fixed but encouraged. While reading I discovered "silent reflux." A condition I've had for over 10 years and may contribute to my breathing problem. I will reschedule my sleep test this fall after I've worked my plan.

I encourage everyone to research your medical issues, doctors, to ask good questions and get satisfactory answers or.look further. Good health is no accident but well worth the effort.

Hello, I'm joining this chat because my husband has sleep apnea and wears his CPAP every night. His machine is very quiet, and he can sleep on his side or back without any issues. I used to have to nudge him all night long because he wasn't breathing so thankfully, he now wears this and I can get a good nights sleep. I was checked and thankfully my shortness of breath is heart related and not sleep apnea. Have a good weekend eveyone.

I started out with a CPAP after being diagnosed with sleep apnea, test showed I quit breathing 90 times an hour. Subsequently I have been prescribed a BIPAP. In 2023, when rescue squad picked me up to transport to ER, they used a BIPAP to assist breathing. Is not something to wish on anyone, but is wonderful if you need one.