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A 19-year-old male asked:

Are there any risks with a cpap machine? my father was diagnosed with osa & says the machine gives him chest pains & dizziness. is this normal?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh
Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
Mgt: Sometimes this does occur with CPAP. i would advise checking with your home company to see if less pressure can be used, and whether the mask fit is too tight. A follow up appt is indicated to rule out any other causes.
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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered
Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial 47 years experience
Adjustment: Discuss CPAP adjustment with sleep doc. Other options are dental devices to reposition jaw forward or sleep apnea surgery.
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