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Frequently Asked Questions A CPAP machine is medical device which is commonly used to manage Sleep Disorder breathing like Obstructive Sleep Apnea ( OSA ) or other breathing disorders
Doctor can suggest a CPAP/Auto CPAP machine when he finds in Sleep Study that patient stops breathing during sleep and due to this his/her brain is not able to take proper rest during sleep.
CPAP/Auto CPAP machine pushes the air with a pressure through mask and ensures that patient's airway is not obstructed during sleep
CPAP : This is also known as "Continuous Positive Airway Pressure", this machine delivers air pressure at a fixed pressure as suggested by Doctor during pressure titration
Auto CPAP : This is also known as "Automatic Positive Airway Pressure", this machine delivers variable air pressure depending upon the need of the patient at different stages of sleep. This is most commonaly used machine to manage OSA
No, Auto CPAPs have different technologies, features & offerings in different models i.e. there are dedicated devices available for Female patients, Obese/Overweight patients
Main Machine, Humidifier (Optional in some models), tubing , power adapter & bag
There are mainly 3 types of masks available -
1. Nasal : Most commonly used and covers only Nose
2. OroNasal or Full Face Mask : Covers nose and mouth both. It is used when air pressures are high or patient is a mouth breather
3. Nasal Pillows : Covers only Nostrils, used in moderate pressures
No, this can only control the disease and doesn’t cure it
No, there are no evidence that CPAP can be habit forming as it delivers only Air while breathing during sleep
It depends upon different patients, some may require it for longer duration but some may need it for short duration only. Please consult with your Doctor to know more about it
If it is used without humidifier than Nasal Congestion, Dryness in throat etc, some patients may feel bloating also
When to Rent : When someone want to get adjusted to therapy initially, someone can't afford to purchase in one go
When to buy : When you are convinced about the benefits and willing to use it for longer duration
Yes , this comes with bag which can easliy be carried while travelling
No, generally this machine works on electricity power however external bettaries are available if someone is willing to purchase
There can be 2 ways -
1. Symptomatic relief : You observe that your symptomps have reduced and you have a feel good factor in your body
2. Statistics data : You can check AHI levels in your device/reports, If that is below 10 than machine is working fine for you
CPAP/Auto CPAP is a medical device which is mainly used to treat a disease called Obstructive Sleep Apnea(OSA).
When a patient has OSA then his upper airway can be blocked intermittently during sleep. CPAP/Auto CPAP can be used along with a mask during sleep . CPAP/Auto CPAP pushes the airflow through the mask and this helps to keep the airway open while sleep and patient can enjoy a restful sleep
If anyone is diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) then Dr may suggest to use CPAP/Auto CPAP device.
If anyone snores loudly, feels chocking during sleep, feels frequent urination and dryness in throat, feels lack of freshness during the day, feels sleepy while driving, suffering with high BP then these symptoms may be due to Sleep Apnea.
Doctor can recommend for a Sleep Study Test to diagnose severity of Sleep Apnea.If patient is positive then Dr may suggest for CPAP/Auto CPAP trial and then continuous usage.
Auto CPAP machine automatically adjust the air pressure according to the need of the patient. There might be a need of different pressure during various stages of sleep/tiredness of body so Auto CPAP will adjust the pressure as per the need.
Different manufacturers have different technologies which can provide the pressure adjustments and comfort features.
CPAP is known as continuous positive airway pressure. In this device a pressure can be fixed and that will deliver that fixed air pressure for full night. This is a good device but this has a limitation as it can not provide any variation in air pressure as per the need of patient Auto CPAP is known as automatic positive airway pressure. In this device we can set a range (Maximum/Minimum) of pressure and machine can adjust the pressure as per the need of patient. This is commonly used device nowadays
CPAP/Auto CPAP price in India varies upon different companies, models & features.
CPAP/Auto CPAP devices are available to purchase in India between INR 25000- INR 100000.
If you are planning to buy a CPAP/Auto CPAP then you must check about key features like Modes , Pressure Ranges , comfort features like relief during exhalation, Ramp time , Humidification (Automatic/Manual) , Cloud connectivity , Warranty etc in India
It is always good to rent a CPAP before you purchase it because during rental period you get adapted to the device , mask , settings in the device etc. Service provider can also try different settings to make you comfortable on device before you make a purchase.
CPAP/Auto CPAP rental starts from INR 2000/month** in India
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