Book Review: This Book Blows: A CPAP Bedside Companion by Mike Moran

Obstructive sleep apnoea is a common sleeping disorder affecting lots of people worldwide. For those people who suffer from sleep apnoea, the author of this book, who is a sufferer himself, gives an insightful review of how to deal with this problem. Also covered is the recent advance in the development of CPAP machines that "blows" air into people's noses to improve their sleep. It's good to know that you are not alone in the fight!

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Introducing CPAP Machines!

How Often do you use CPAP?

Recent studies have shown that some people give up with CPAP, often due to reasons such as lack of follow-up and little patient education. However, using CPAP provides long term benefit and it only works if you use it properly.

What do you guys think? Have you tried CPAP and has it worked for you? I am interested in your replies.

Do You Suffer from Snoring Problems?

Do you suffer from snoring at night or does your partner complain about it? The solution is to use a CPAP machine to solve these problems. You're not alone...there are millions out there who are suffering from this problem. With CPAP, you can minimize the effect on your life.

What's the Deal with the Modern CPAP Machines?

CPAP machines have created a revolutionary change to the way we treat people with sleep apnoea. It not only reduces the work of breathing but reduces the health risks of sleep apnoea. It is effective and has little side effects. The modern machines are comfortable and portable, meaning that it won't disrupt your lifestyle.

Do You Have Sleep Apnoea?

Most people ignore the fact that sleep apnoea is having a large impact on their lives, not only on their work but also their leisure activities such as crossword puzzles, driving, or even sport activities. The problem with sleep apnoea is that people subconsciously wake up many times over the night as their airway becomes obstructed. It reduces normal daily functioning and can increase the risk of high blood pressure, strokes and heart attacks.

If you have snoring problems, don't wait before these things affect you. Act immediately and get to your doctor to discuss your concerns. Weight loss is one of the main things to reduce the effects of sleep apnoea, but there are also many other treatments such as CPAP devices that can help improve your quality of sleep.

The Different Types of Sleep Apnoea

Sleep apnoea is a common disorder that arises when the airway collapses during sleep. The CPAP machine provides a constant pressure to prevent the airway from falling. There are three main types of sleep apnoea:
1) Central sleep apnoea, caused by a defect in the signaling process that the brain sends to the muscles that help you breath. This commonly occurs in those with brain damage, e.g. strokes or tumours.
2) Obstructive sleep apnoea, the type that most people refer to, caused by narrowing of airflow to the lungs when the throat becomes blocked.
3) Mixed sleep apnoea, a mixture of the two above.