I’ve had sleep apnea for 12yrs, and I can’t get more than 8hrs sleep or I’m stiff and semi-groggy. The CPAP machine is something you have to get used to...but they do have mouthpieces now with “buds” for your nostrils. That operation on throat is only 50% successful...I’ve been to a surgeon about it. Also, the sleep study will determine whether the problem is physical or a quirk in the brain that sends the wrong message to your body. The big thing is oxygen saturation levels in brain should be in mid to upper 90’s(mine was 68 before CPAP,now it’s 96) Good luck with your health! ps People who work the 3rd shift are more prone to sleep apnea,diabetes and weight gain!
If you're in the 50%, though, it's a miracle. I had the UPPP procedure, and I can't even tell you how much more energy I have and how much better I feel. I did have to really fight to get the surgery, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat.
Just for the record for those that have sleep apnea and are considering the surgery. I had the surgery. I have an enormous pain tolerance. They discharged me in 2 days. I was in so much pain ( I could not swallow even water let alone pills) I had to be readmitted to the hospital and was on IV morphine for 5 additional days. Furthermore I did not DRINK for 11 days and did not eat anything for 17 days.
For those that wonder what the surgery is like ??? I tell people if you can get on your roof and attach jumper cables to your tonsils then jump off and then hang there for about 10 days..... then you are ready for the surgery.
On the lighter note I dont snore anymore, and my breathing seems somewhat normal “says my wife” I never had too much trouble sleeping before the surgery so there is not a lot i can compare it too.
I will say if your life is hell because you are not getting the rest you need you can get a tracheotomy and bypass the air way all together. I did not choose this for a number of reasons the biggest one is I am in the water alot.
Apparently you have to be tested extensively with specific results in order to have your insurance pay for the operation.
Anyway, I’ll be trying the machine for a while first. Maybe it won’t be all that bad.