CPAP
Continuous positive airway pressure: a machine that sends a steady flow of air through a mask to keep your airway open while you sleep. It's the usual treatment for obstructive sleep apnea.
Where it comes up
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Do I have sleep apnea?
Loud snoring, pauses in breathing, tired however long you sleep? The signs of sleep apnea, why you may not know, and what a test and treatment involve.
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Should I worry about my partner’s snoring?
When a partner snores every night: how to tell ordinary snoring from signs of sleep apnea, how to bring it up, and how to get some sleep yourself.