Re: Sleepy and wheezy etc

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I have used a CPAP for over four years. With a heated humidifier, and

with the proper settings and a well-fitted mask, it is possible to not

experience the dryness and sore throat. Before I had Xolair, it was

one of the best things I did for my asthma because it guaranteed a

full night of directly HEPA filtered air, no matter where I slept.

Sleep Apnea can cause more than the loss of a night's sleep. It is a

major cause of heart disease. If you snore, or if your spouse

complains that you stop breathing at night, get tested!

Terry- what you may have is called Central Sleep Apnea, as opposed to

Obstructive Sleep Apnea. It's not that you are holding your breath per

se, it's that your brain isn't sending the message to your lungs to

breathe. The BiPAP may help because it will remind your brain to

breathe, just like the doctor used to. Some doctors also recommend

yoga for teaching breath control. It seems to help in some cases.

Suzsummit - There is a lot of evidence that asthma is worst at night.

This may be due to the difference in hormone levels at night, because

it occurs whether or not a person is lying down and sleeping. GERD and

sleep apnea do make it worse, as does allergy to dust mites in bedding.

As to the Black Box warning: Gee, do you suppose the increased

incidence of anaphalaxis might have something to do with the fact that

we're all ALLERGIC? Not to minimize the risks, but I think it kind of

goes with the territory that if you treat extremely allergic people,

statistically, you will have a greater incidence of anaphlaxis.

My doctor made certain I have an epipen and someone with me when

injecting. Seems like common sense.

Hope something in here helps someone!

Wishing you better breathing,

Kitty