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I have osa and a history of afib and a metal mitral valve. today i had a upper molar extracted. can i wear my cpap tonight? my sat's do drop dramatically without?
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It is important to use the prescribed CPAP...could be dangerous to discontinue it. If one has pain after an extraction, use an ice pack. If one has bleeding and is on an anticoagulant medication, notify your doctor immediately.
Answered 10/20/2022
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Yes unless advised not to. Get checked for primary Aldosteronism.
Answered 10/25/2022
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