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Sleep Apnea (Expert Forum)
results from sleep trial
Answered by
Steven Y Park, MD - sleep-breathing disorders
Private Practice
New York - NY
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results from sleep trial
by bob_bob, Sep 22, 2009 05:56AM
I recently had a home trial for sleep apnea. The nurse I phoned said that i snored very lightly! and I had five incidents where the breathing was 'compromised' but not enough to warrant a machine to help. I seen my GP and he was saying results showed there was five incidents where my sats dropped to 88%.
Still have several nights of very scary - waking up gasping for air
Does this mean I have it or is it too good a result to worry. The night of the trial was one of the best i have had for a while :( - so not showing the worst i have.
Still have several nights of very scary - waking up gasping for air
Does this mean I have it or is it too good a result to worry. The night of the trial was one of the best i have had for a while :( - so not showing the worst i have.
Doctor's Answer
by Steven Y Park, MD, Sep 29, 2009 09:33PM
, Sep 29, 2009 09:33PM
Sometimes the numbers just don't quality for the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea, but you'll have severe symptoms. For now, try eating 3-4 hours before bedtime (same for alcohol), lose weight if you're overweight, and don't sleep on your side. If your problem continues, besides CPAP, oral appliances may be a good option to keep your airway open at night.
