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Pillows that might help - not CPAP
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I have yet to be doagnosed and am doing all the leg work myself to try and help with me sleep.I think I am veering towards probably having UARS as I don't score so highly on Epworth. I had a night…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kath Hope May 2, 2023.
Any ideas how to film my sleep?
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On and off sleep problems I've atributed to snoring/ obstruction at night. Usually worse when my turbinates are really enlarged. Never know when it's going to be really bad. Taking nasal sprays but…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Hazel dannatt Jun 28, 2023.
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"Sorry your post was overlooked. No advice regarding a pillow, except to make sure it's not too high or firm to cause your neck to drop which can block your airways more. Was the sleep study one with breathing cannulas, or just a pulse oximeter…"
Pillows that might help - not CPAP
I have yet to be doagnosed and am doing all the leg work myself to try and help with me sleep.I think I am veering towards probably having UARS as I don't score so highly on Epworth. I had a night study meter thing but all was ok - coincided with a couple of decent nights though!I wonder what pillows people have tried. I have ended up having three and I don't think it works as I end up sliding down! I just rememebered years ago having slept on a bolster pillow and heving one of the most restful…See More
Any ideas how to film my sleep?
On and off sleep problems I've atributed to snoring/ obstruction at night. Usually worse when my turbinates are really enlarged. Never know when it's going to be really bad. Taking nasal sprays but not sure if they are really helping or if I'm on the correct type (any advice gratefully received).I'd like to film myself at night but unsure what kit to get. I can't have hardly any light on so wondering about infra red or some security camera device. Anyone tried this?Am so tired some days. On…See More
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