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I have weight gain related sleep apnea. i've lost 25 lbs since last summer and my sleep apnea is slowly getting better. i notice that when i use my cpap machine that i still feel the urge to fall asleep in the daytime. what should i do at this point?
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Pleased to hear of your weight loss success, and trust you tolerate the CPAP. But daytime sleepiness is common and now return to your doctor as there are medication designed for this, such as modafanil, or Nuvigil. Decide how to proceed working with your physician.
Answered 3/16/2021
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