By Mariele VentricePositive Airway Pressure (PAP) devices are the most common and effective form of treatment for those suffering from mild to severe sleep apnea.

By Leigh Ann MorganSleep apnea is a respiratory disorder caused by partial obstruction of the airway during sleep. By Holli RonquilloJust about any parent will affirm that almost every child has sleeping issues at one time or another.
By Holli RonquilloMany people have heard of the sleep disordered breathing condition called sleep apnea.
Since sleep apnea causes brief pauses in breathing, it also increases the risk for serious medical complications. Unfortunately, CPAP masks can irritate the skin and make it difficult to sleep through the night.

For some people, losing weight and making other lifestyle changes is enough to reduce the effects of sleep apnea.
This condition causes sufferers to stop breathing for short periods of time throughout the night, which increases the risk for death and other serious medical problems.

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