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July 2009 - Posts
Going into the Beyond... of PAP Therapy
Sleeping Without CPAP: Gastric Bypass, PAP Therapy and Me
July 29, 2009 9:56 AM
by
Kim Curtis
Since I had gastric bypass surgery in January-- about 24 weeks ago now--I have lost about 80 pounds. After using PAP for nearly nine years, I am currently sleeping without it. It does seem a little strange, seeing it sitting on my nightstand and knowing
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Snoring: No laughing matter
July 20, 2009 10:13 AM
by
Kim Curtis
Snoring is no laughing matter. It comes in all shapes and sizes, has no age barriers, and affects children and adults, males and females, even pets!! When I tell people that we are predisposed for snoring by our gene pool, they look at me in disbelief.
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More Alternatives to PAP Therapy
July 10, 2009 10:59 AM
by
Kim Curtis
You always face the patient who needs a reality check. He wants to tell you how he saw some liquid, throat spray or nose sticker that will cure his sleep apnea. We all wish it was this simple. Some patients are just searching for answers they will never
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