Will using CPAP help lose weight?

Experts agree that CPAP therapy can improve your sleep and overall well-being, as well as help you lose weight. By improving your sleep quality, CPAP can lead to significant weight loss in the first 3 months of therapy in obese people with severe sleep apnea.

What is the average pressure for a CPAP machine?

10 cmH2O
For most people, an appropriate CPAP pressure is between 6 and 14 cmH2O, with an average of 10 cmH2O. Your sleep specialist can help you determine what specific level is right for you. Over time, your CPAP device pressure may require adjusting.

What are the most common problems with CPAP machines?

CPAP machines: Tips for avoiding 10 common problems 1 The wrong size or style CPAP mask. 2 Trouble getting used to wearing the CPAP device. 3 Difficulty tolerating forced air. 4 Dry, stuffy nose. 5 Feeling claustrophobic. 6 (more items)

Can a CPAP machine cause a runny nose?

Pulmonologist James Rowley, a sleep medicine physician at Detroit Medical Center, said the air pressure from the CPAP can cause a runny nose, nasal congestion or dry mouth. He said he can help by adjusting humidity settings on the machine or prescribing an antihistamine.

How does a CPAP machine work for sleep apnea?

The National Sleep Foundation estimates that more than 18 million American adults have sleep apnea. A CPAP machine blows a stream of air into the back of the throat to let people breathe easier. It prevents muscles in the back of the throat from narrowing, which can constrict the airway, causing snoring or disturbed sleep.

Why don’t people fill their CPAP prescriptions?

Studies suggest that from one-third to more than 50\% of patients either stop using their CPAP machine or never bother to fill their prescription. They quit for a variety of reasons, but mostly because the device can be cumbersome and uncomfortable.