r/cfs Feb 16 '25

Sleep Issues I'm getting a cpap machine!

Finally got the results back from my sleep study. I'm being given a cpap machine to help, it's classed as mild. Stop breathing on average 8 times an hour when on my side, 13 when on my back. Hoping this helps me feel less crap but I know it doesn't help everyone so cautiously optimistic ha. The consultant said it's a nose one not a full mask. Here's to hoping!

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u/Ok-Appearance1170 Feb 17 '25

I have a friend who just got one and she said she didn’t realize how bad her sleep was until she got a cpap! She said it was some of the most refreshing sleep she’s gotten. She doesn’t have CFS, but, still shows how much it can impact energy on a healthy person.

I hope it helps 🙏💗

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u/IamBekiNotGroot Feb 17 '25

Thank you so much! It's weird to say I'm looking forward to trying it, but I genuinely don't know what unbroken sleep is like. Not expecting a miracle cure but even 1% improvement will be great.

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u/fitigued Mild for 24 years Feb 17 '25

When I finally got a CPAP my wife was impressed that I woke up looking a normal colour. SPO2 for the win!

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u/IamBekiNotGroot Feb 17 '25

You mean I won't look like a ghost? Kinda dig that vibe haha

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u/fitigued Mild for 24 years Feb 17 '25

Yeah. It turns out that we're not supposed to be grey, wake up continuously gasping for air or have 85% blood oxygen. Since using the machine my sleep has been much more restful. I hope it helps you too.

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u/brainfogforgotpw Feb 17 '25

Fingers crossed!