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CPAP machine
CPAP = continuous positive airway pressure. This is typically a device that sits at bedside attached to a hose that attaches to some sort of interface (i.e. Mask) to deliver pressre to the airway either through nose or nose and mouth. The main use is for obstructive sleep apnea but it has been used for other conditions such as respiratory failure or congestive heart failure.
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How many americans use a cpap machine?
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What are the alternatives to cpap machine?
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What is the best mask to use with a cpap machine?
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What is a cpap machine used for? How does it work?
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What do you recommend to clean a cpap machine with?
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How often do I need to have cpap machine calibrated?
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What is the normal pressure setting on most cpap machines?
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Can CPAP Machines be used due to the shortage of needed ventilators?
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What are the people who sale, fit, and assist with cpap machines doctors?
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If a young person needs a CPAP machine does this put them at higher risk?
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Could you tell me how noticeable of a difference will there be when I use my cpap machine?
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Can you loose weight using cpap machine?
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Can non-distilled water be used for a cpap machine?
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What kind pillow is best to use with a cpap machine?
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How can I overcome the stigma of using a cpap machine?
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A 30-year old asked:
Is breathing supposed to hurt after using a cpap machine all night?
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Please tell me, could collected dehumidifier water be used for a cpap machine?
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A 59-year old female asked:
Why do I still wake up in the night to go to the bathroom even with a cpap machine?
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A 31-year old male asked:
How many people use a cpap machine, and how do doctors feel about them generally? Thank you.
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A 35-year old male asked:
What are the immediate health benefits to using cpap machine? I've been using one for 4 months.
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A 60-year old female asked:
Since I started using a cpap machine, I have episodes of trying to catch my breath several times a day. No one knows why. Do you ?
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I heard that modern programable CPAP machines can have Firmware updated to use them as ventilators in the covid crisis. Is that right?
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I need to get n reading off my cpap machine for dmv. Have no ins or primary care dr to write this letter for then. What can I do? Help!
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Will cpap machine work at 7, 000 feet?
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Is it normal to snore with wearing a full mask on a CPAP machine?
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A 40-year old female asked:
Why does the cpap machine hurt my lungs when I am wearing the mask?
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What are the main differences between cpap machines and oral appliance therapy?
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Please tell me, could I use scents in the warm air vaporizer on a cpap machine?
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Is it safe for a person to wear magnetic jewlery and use a cpap machine at the same time?
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I am wondering if CPAP machines could be used for the milder ventilation cases of people with COVID-19?
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