If you tell someone that you have to wear a sleep apnea mask, they probably think you are a bit of a drama queen, exaggerating your little snoring problem. But, sleep apnea is a serious disorder that can cause any number of major health problems and even death. The snoring problem you have suffered from throughout your entire life has been taking a toll not only on your family’s sleeping, but also on your body and your overall health.

Most people with sleep apnea are treated with a sleep apnea mask, but unfortunately most of them don’t stick the treatment. The mask itself can be uncomfortable and lead to other side effects such as congestion, dehydration, or even sinus pain. It can also be very difficult to keep in place and if you are trying to sleep, you won’t be in any mood to keep trying to adjust the straps.

Doctors will tell you that sleeping upright or reclining in a lounge chair with a sleep apnea mask on is the best way to get the proper air flow through your body, but that is also difficult for many people.

There are other treatments that allow people with sleep apnea to get a decent night’s sleep without waking up every few minutes to the sound of their own snorts and snores. Sleep apnea has among its side effects, the ability to put people into serious sleep deprivation, and that is just one reason why if you have been diagnosed with it, you need to seek treatment, and utilize the treatment until you are cured.

By sleeping on your side, you will have a better chance of getting more air through your body and this will also open up your airway. In addition, you will be less likely to snore and wake yourself (and your family) up all night long.

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