[Mahler9th]

I always encourage people to work hard to understand everything they can about the medical condition known as sleep apnea in situations like this, and if there is any question about whether the condition is present, to seek a medical diagnosis.

In my experience, sleep apnea and potential health consequences are still poorly understood by the public.

The diagnostic process may not be straightforward for some folks. It can be very important to try to access an HCP with a close relationship with one or more sleep study practitioners whom they trust to provide the very best service. I know this from experience.

CPAP therapy has come a long way and of course there is now at least one implantable medical device for sleep apnea. Remember: these devices are highly regulated by the FDA, and they should be used in a manner consistent with their labeling (e.g., their directions for use). This includes changing out disposables at recommended intervals.

I also recommend that folks with diagnoses work hard to find the best provider of equipment and training that they can. This can make a huge difference in patient compliance and of course health outcomes from the Rx. I know this from experience.

As far as I know, there is no such thing as a clinically-viable diagnostic sleep study that uses pulseOx as the sole sensor.

If care is taken in the Dx process and sleep apnea is not diagnosed or present but below Rx thresholds, then of course there are a variety of things one can try to deal with snoring.

I remember back about 10-15 years ago I met a highly accomplished businessman that, like me, had many years of experience in the medical device area.

He was giving a talk about his start-up which was built around IP for a new type of CPAP device.

He was inspired (pardon the pun) by his wife's OSA issues. Described her as about 5'6" and less than 100 pounds, in her 40's. Marathon runner and extremely fit.

Severe and debilitating OSA until Rx.