Sleep apnea patients have a lot of questions when it comes to using their first CPAP mask or sleep apnea machine. Here are five of the most common questions that these people have:

1. Do I have to use my machine every night? Yes. CPAP machines are designed to be used nightly throughout the entire night. It’s important to get a good one that is fairly comfortable because of this.
2. What should I do if my CPAP mask is uncomfortable? It takes a little bit of getting used to when you first begin sleeping with a CPAP mask. You should make sure that you have one that is the right fit, be patient with the process and buy a CPAP pillow to fit around the machine if you remain uncomfortable.
3. What are the most common side effects of using the machine? There aren’t too many terrible side effects but you may notice that you have a sore throat or a dry throat after using one of these machines.
4. When will the CPAP machine begin to work? Sleep apnea patients usually have the condition for a long time before they get diagnosed. By this time, they’re ready for an immediate cure. While some CPAP patients find that the machines start working immediately, others will notice that it takes a few weeks to see results. Either case is normal.
5. Can I travel with my CPAP machine? Yes. There are also CPAP machines meant just for travel if you travel often and don’t want to lug your bigger machine around with you.

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