Sleep Bytes & Blog

Mask leaking, outgrowing CPAP, and Medicare treatment options It’s time for this month’s ‘Ask Dr. Kimberly’ extended Sleep Byte. This is where I answer questions submitted by YOU - my Sleep Warrior community.  This week, I’m diving into some thoughtful questions you’ve submitted through our Q&A program. These are common challenges that many of you face, and I’m here to help! Here are the questions that I will cover in this week’s Sleep Byte: Terri asks, “Since a sleep study, years after being diagnosed with OSA, my CPAP pressure has been increased from 7 to 12, and a full face mask was recommended (prior just nasal)… I never used to have any trouble sleeping with the nasal mask. Now, I’ve suffered long nights with leaking masks! I’ve tried different full face masks, chin straps, liners, and collars to help with this problem… Help! I dread going to sleep at night… and I end up adjusting my mask all night long and wake up exhausted!” Tina asks, “Do people ever outgrow the need for a CPAP machine?” Badrinath asks, “I am using cpap for 2 years, but feeling tiredness and non refreshed the whole day. I am unable to control excess daytime sleeping.” Mary asks, “I don't want to use a CPAP machine. What else is there that Medicare will cover?” Beryl asks, “I cannot tolerate anything on my face. What do I do?” Diego asks, “I did sleep studies in labs and at home to make sure I have sleep apnea. Is there any other way to detect this condition?” These are important questions, and I’m excited to share some insights and solutions that could make a big difference in your CPAP journey. Do you have a question of your own? Enter it below to have it considered for an upcoming video!

Cleaning your supplies, BIPAP, and Mild OSA This week, I’m diving into some of the thoughtful questions you’ve submitted through our Q&A program. These are common challenges that many of you face, and I’m here to help! Here are the questions that I will cover in this week’s Sleep Byte: Catherine asks, “I took the home test, and it came back as mild. Now what should I do?” Dmitri asks, “I use nose pillows. When I lay on the bed pillow, do nose pillows leak?” Carol asks, “How often should I wash my CPAP supplies and water chamber?” Whitney asks, “If I need a BIPAP, can I use a CPAP instead?” KJ asks, “I've been on CPAP therapy for a couple of months now. I was hoping my blood pressure would have come down by now. Does that mean the root cause of my elevated blood pressure is not from sleep apnea?” These are important questions, and I’m excited to share some insights and solutions that could make a big difference in your CPAP journey. Do you have a question of your own? Enter it here to have it answered in an upcoming video!

Can I Die In My Sleep From OSA? Do you have questions about sleep apnea or CPAP therapy that you want answered by a specialist? Well, now you can! I’m excited to introduce a new monthly Q&A session with me, Dr. Kimberly, a neurologist, CPAP expert, and educator, and Kenny, an experienced sleep technologist and CPAP user for nearly 20 years. Here’s how it works:Simply enter your questions on the form on our website, or at the link below, and we’ll compile them into an extended Sleep Byte video each month. This way, you get the information you need, directly from a trusted source. Plus, by participating, you'll also receive my weekly sleep tips delivered straight to your email. So, what are you waiting for? Submit your questions today Submit your questions here.