A study described by Medscape examined the benefits of CPAP in women compared with men.
OSA differs between the sexes with respect to prevalence, severity, and clinical presentation. The results of this study showed that women receiving CPAP obtained a significant improvement in all quality -of -life domains as compared with the control group. Daytime sleepiness, mood state, and anxiety and depression were also improved. Clearly, CPAP should be considered in all females with OSA.
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I have had sleep apnea for more than ten years and had been on a c-pap machine for over seven years, and it helped greatly. However, I found a better solution for me. I had my Inspire implant procedure done over five years ago.
I stopped using my c-pap machine the day of my implant and have not looked back. I did have to have a couple of sleep studies after my procedure to get my correct setting for best results but am now sleeping about seven hours each night and feel well rested. I no longer want to close my eyes when I am at my desk working or when I am driving on the highway.
My procedure was outpatient, done in the morning and home after lunch. I turn my device on with a hand remote and no longer have to deal with a C-pap attached to my face.