July 31, 2008
My Bout With Sleep Apnea
For years, I suffered with daytime sleepiness, dry mouth, headaches and obesity. It was not until I shared a hotel room with a colleague during a convention that I found out that I probably had sleep apnea, a common disorder which is characterized by frequent sleep disturbances. I was reluctant to see a medical professional about my problem, so I decided to try out a mouthpiece I found on the internet. I spent close to one hundred dollars on a mouthpiece that was advertised to combat sleep apnea. Well, I had no luck with this device. The mouthpiece was uncomfortable and irritating and I did not seem to feel any more alert during the day. Finally, I sought medical help, and I can proudly say that I have my sleep apnea under control.
