Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy uses a machine
to help a person who has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) breathe more easily
during sleep. A CPAP machine increases air pressure in the throat so your
airway does not collapse when you breathe in. You use CPAP at home every night
while you sleep.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Mark A. Rasmus, MD - Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine |
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Last Revised
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June 17, 2011 |