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CPAP
is the acronym for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. The
term also refers to a medical device used primarily for the
treatment of sleep apnea Those with chronic obstructive pulmonary
disorder or other breathing disorders may also use a CPAP
at night.
A CPAP machine has a small box connected to tubes through
which air flows. The tubes are connected to a mask worn on
the face. Straps around the mask fit it to the face over the
mouth and nose. For those with sleep apnea the CPAP is used
at night during normal sleep. The hoses and box that make
up the CPAP device as well as the noise produced by it are
considered undesirable by many. The Somnomed sleep apnea solution
is a much less cumbersome, silent device. |
