I went for my sleep study. The good news is I don't have narcolepsy, However I have disturbed sleep apnea.

Chances are they'll try to talk you into a sleep apnea machine(CPAP). It blows air through your nose with a mask or nose tubes while you sleep at night.

They can be a little difficult getting use to and are expensive.

Things you can try on your own that might help you avoid the expense of a machine($1400+ for a CHEAP one!), are avoiding caffeine, losing excess weight(especially around your midriff), reducing stress in your life is a biggy, and avoiding anything to eat for 3-4 hours before bed.

This worked for me, but remember, that's me! You just might have to get the machine anyway and the truth is, they reduce susceptibility to migraines and headaches, help you wake up less tired, and can even save your life.

My opinion, is to discuss the suggestions I gave you with your sleep doctor.

God Bless and thanks for reading.

You will more than likely be put on a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine when you sleep. You won't need O2 with it - as the CPAP should handle the disturbance your body is experiencing. My oxygen levels go down that low - or lower if I am not using my machine. A CPAP machine provides "pushed" air into the back of your throat through a nasal mask or pillows (I have the mask). It does not do the breathing for you - I thought it did when I first started using it about 10 years ago. The air pressure the CPAP provides creates enough pressure so when you inhale your throat airway stays open instead of collapsing.

The newer machines are much softer in noise - kind of like a soft fan blowing sound. From personal experience, make sure your machine has a humidifier - it causes less nasal and throat drying. The machine itself is a drag to have to wear - but when you find yourself feeling better, you will not care how awkward the contraption looks on ya! Trust me! I would recommend that you get your Dr. to write you a perscription for some Ambien to help you with your machine as you adjust to using it - even a half a tablet will take the edge off and make you less likely to pull it off in your sleep.

Good news is no more snoring and coughing. The snoring and coughing are your body's way of catching your breath.

I "stop breathing" approx. 75 - 95 times an hour without my CPAP machine. I just had an updated sleep study done because I needed a new machine and my insurance said I had to have a new study for a new machine - stupid!

Keep your machine clean - keep your equipment and tubing clean - you will feel so much better!!!

You can also purchase "tube socks" for your machine. They help keep the humid air from cooling from the tank to your nose! I got mine off eBay - I just did a search by CPAP.

Best of luck - let me know if you have any questions!

As most people have said here, the major treatment is the CPAP machine. However, many sleep apnea patients can significantly improve on their condition by losing weight. If you are overweight, you might want to seriously think about that.

Don't you mean obstructive sleep apnea? You can wear CPAP or BiPAP headgear at night. Everyone tells me their lives are better because of it even though they have to learn to love it. Oxygen may or may not be needed once you keep your airway open during your sleep. Extreme solutions include surgery. See your doctor.

Relax. My husband was diagnosed w/ sleep apnea. Surgery corrected it. BTW, your answar to the white trash question was superb. Right on the mark. Good luck with your prognosis.

sounds a bit bittersweet to me. I guess the optimist would be glad, and forthat reason I say yay! But you should definitley inquire about sleep apnea

I think they put you on a breathing machine called CPAP, i think it stands for continoust postive (don't rember the a) pressure, it makes sure you are getting enough oxygen and forces your airways open

Discuss this with your doctor. Or you can look it up online. There is definitely a need, however, for treatment.