Sleep study.

I was wondering how many people went through a sleep study and found it beneficial? My neuro Dr. almost for sure thinks I have sleep apnea. I think I have it, but I was asking myself if I were diagnosed would I wear that horrible mask. I understand they are horrible expensive and I just don't want to throw the money down the drain. I already know I have crazy sleep patterns. He thinks my tiredness and foggy times are partially to blame on apnea. I don't think he is to big on fibro diagnoses. He says just by looking at my throat I am 3-4 closure. 4th being the worse.

Almost- that is what I have heard from others. They don't like it or sometimes they lose the weight and it gets better. I know some say I never felt better. The cost of one was shocking. I would have to pay 20 percent, but that still is a lot. I dont like wasting things. I notice I have to have my head up from Gerd and it puts my short adipose neck in a bad position. I have a 3 level fusion, so that plays a part in positioning my neck. I can see the stricture easily.

I'm pretty sure I have sleep apnea but, like you, I couldn't sleep with the mask on and, if the machine made noise, that would keep me awake too.  I sleep good, for a fibromite, though so I'm not doing anything about it.

 

Sherrine 

I had a wonderful post but my computer decided to kick me off the internet and I lost it. :( I'll try to remember what I wrote...

I have had a sleep study.
They basically wire you for sound. Wires are everywhere, monitor around chest. You have to go through two nights. The first one you sleep with the wires only. The second one they wire you up and place different types of mask on you to see which is best for your type of breathing and comfort. They also check to see which pressure level works for you.
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My sleep apnea is classified severe. I have to have my air pressure at 15 psi. The first couple of days are tricky to adjust, but I found a good option. My AVAP (Automatic Variable Air Pressure) adjusts for my sleep pressure and as a "ramp" option. I can program it to slowly increase the pressure. By the time it is at full strength I'm asleep and don't notice the air pressure. A properly fitted mask is very comfortable and gives no trouble. I can even sleep on my side and not have trouble.
There are many types of masks available. My mask covers my nose and mouth. I have a very comfortable head strap to hold it on. It looks like a giant cloth X laid out with buckles on two ends and velcro. It connects at the top of the mask around the top of my forehead. I can adjust how tight I want. The bottom of the X comes along my jawline and buckles into the lower end of the mask. I like my mask snug to my face so I tighten it up good. The mask can last for two years, just wash in vinegar every month. The cushions last 3-4 months, change them if they start leaking. The tube will last 6 months you have to wash it in vinegar and unscented shampoo every month. The machine (depending on the brand) can last five or more years. Mine is 6 years old and just beginning to show wear.

Before my mask I didn't dream. I was waking up every two minutes so I didn't have a deep sleep. I was so tired during the day. I sleep like the dead now. Dreaming all night long.... :)

I wouldn't give up my AVAP for all the money in the world.

Thanks for your help. I know I need the test done. I just don't want to tell me oh you don't need one or I will hate the comfort. Decisions decisions to make! Oh boy!