# Welcome **URL:** https://community.sleepdoctor.com/c/general/4.md [Latest](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/tags.md) --- ## [Welcome to the Sleep Doctor Forum! 👋](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/welcome-to-the-sleep-doctor-forum/5)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2026, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/welcome-to-the-sleep-doctor-forum/5 "2026-10-09T15:47:36Z")
Sleep Doctor is a sleep wellness company committed to bettering the well-being of our community through sleep-improvement education, product testing, and products. This forum is a place to discuss sleep topics such as s… --- ## [About the Welcome category](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/about-the-welcome-category/3)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2024, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/about-the-welcome-category/3 "2024-07-22T17:31:41Z")
Learn about the Sleep Doctor Forum! --- ## [Would snoring recordings help before asking a doctor?](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/would-snoring-recordings-help-before-asking-a-doctor/777)
**Author:** [@andyawio](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/andyawio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 9:42am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/would-snoring-recordings-help-before-asking-a-doctor/777 "2026-10-25T09:42:25Z")
Hi everyone, I’m working on an iPhone app that records snoring/breathing sounds overnight and shows a simple report in the morning. I know this cannot diagnose sleep apnea or replace a sleep study. I’m more curious whe… --- ## [Wake during night](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/wake-during-night/937)
**Author:** [@Jojobobo](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Jojobobo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 9:50am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/wake-during-night/937 "2026-10-24T09:50:29Z")
Hi, i seem to wake 2 or 3 times a night, usually after 2am . I fall asleep vquite quickly . I go to bed about 10 and are wide awake by 5 or 6am. Any hints to stay asleep till wake time? Ps, i have ’ inspire’ implant --- ## [Odd sleep time, bed around 3-6am, wake up around 11am-2pm](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/odd-sleep-time-bed-around-3-6am-wake-up-around-11am-2pm/605)
**Author:** [@James](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/James)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/odd-sleep-time-bed-around-3-6am-wake-up-around-11am-2pm/605 "2026-10-23T15:51:37Z")
I’ve always gravitated towards late nights and sleeping late, school and work never let me sleep at the time it felt natural but have recently been working a night shift job and can sleep at my preferred time (bed around… --- ## [Hello everyone new user here](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/hello-everyone-new-user-here/628)
**Author:** [@menamton](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/menamton)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2026, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/hello-everyone-new-user-here/628 "2026-10-09T23:31:45Z")
hi everyone I have been looking and finally decided to make an account. I am really interested in learning from the community and i am looking forward to connecting with you all and being part of the discussions. than… --- ## [Will Medicare cover EPAP? If so under what circumstances?](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/will-medicare-cover-epap-if-so-under-what-circumstances/763)
**Author:** [@MaureenMueller](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/MaureenMueller)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/will-medicare-cover-epap-if-so-under-what-circumstances/763 "2026-10-05T15:52:51Z")
Under what circumstances will Medicare cover EPAP therapy? I cannot tolerate CPAP. TIA! --- ## [Upper respiratory resistance syndrome (UARS)](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/upper-respiratory-resistance-syndrome-uars/832)
**Author:** [@Mvander](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Mvander)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/upper-respiratory-resistance-syndrome-uars/832 "2026-09-25T13:21:22Z")
Hi, By conducting some online research, imputing my sleep test data and AI. I feel like I have UARS. does anyone else have experience with this syndrome? Is it a widely recognised syndrome? --- ## [I need some help falling asleep](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/i-need-some-help-falling-asleep/181)
**Author:** [@venusxfly](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/venusxfly)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/i-need-some-help-falling-asleep/181 "2026-09-08T18:54:07Z")
I need help I haven’t slept for three days and tonight has been terrible. I have been trying to fall asleep all night long but everytime I close my eyes instead of slowly drifting off into sleep, my brain has put in a sc… --- ## [How to one-handed put on nasal cpap?](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/how-to-one-handed-put-on-nasal-cpap/849)
**Author:** [@roger](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/roger)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/how-to-one-handed-put-on-nasal-cpap/849 "2026-08-17T20:49:41Z")
one arm placement nasal cpap --- ## [I take Seroquel, Baclofen. Are these safe to take while using my Inspire?](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/i-take-seroquel-baclofen-are-these-safe-to-take-while-using-my-inspire/848)
**Author:** [@Marty67](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Marty67)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 10:33am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/i-take-seroquel-baclofen-are-these-safe-to-take-while-using-my-inspire/848 "2026-08-17T10:33:15Z")
I take Seroquel and Baclofen. Are these drugs safe to take while using my Inspire? --- ## [Best Cervical Pillow, Expert Guide to Choose](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/best-cervical-pillow-expert-guide-to-choose/842)
**Author:** [@Moni](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Moni)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 9:57am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/best-cervical-pillow-expert-guide-to-choose/842 "2026-08-13T09:57:07Z")
I researched the best cervical pillow because my physiotherapist advised me to change my pillow because of constant stiffness and morning headaches. I have been experiencing really bad neck tension lately, especially whe… --- ## [Assistance with cpap therapy](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/assistance-with-cpap-therapy/802)
**Author:** [@biz](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/biz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/assistance-with-cpap-therapy/802 "2026-08-12T14:03:31Z")
I’d be interested to hear what sources of assistance with CPAP issues other users have found. Specifically, I’ve been using a CPAP/APAP machine for many years, but I still have occasional issues with mask fit, leaks, e… --- ## [I could be a Reverse WOLF ...A FLOW?](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/i-could-be-a-reverse-wolf-a-flow/690)
**Author:** [@WEBPG](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/WEBPG)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/i-could-be-a-reverse-wolf-a-flow/690 "2026-08-10T22:10:26Z")
Although the test identifies me as a Wolf….My best sleep cycle was when I could go to bed at 5pm till 11pm. I would still take a while to awake, but by 1AM I was active and clear. I loved the quiet of the night and w… --- ## [New to the forum Sleep doctor](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-to-the-forum-sleep-doctor/820)
**Author:** [@Believer](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Believer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 10:48am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-to-the-forum-sleep-doctor/820 "2026-07-26T10:48:52Z")
Hi everyone! I am new to the community and looking forward to learning more about better sleep and healthy sleep habits. I have been reading through the discussions already and appreciate how supportive everyone seems. … --- ## [APAP machines with O2% input for control](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/apap-machines-with-o2-input-for-control/815)
**Author:** [@Robert](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Robert)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 10:52am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/apap-machines-with-o2-input-for-control/815 "2026-07-21T10:52:11Z")
I use an AirMed11 CPAP. MIne is 5 years old. I’ll replace it soon and I wouder if there is a machine out that receives O2 % directly to control pressure. I have a ring that reads out the O2 level but only downs load to … --- ## [Pueden traducir al español](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/pueden-traducir-al-espanol/812)
**Author:** [@Villacarolina](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Villacarolina)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/pueden-traducir-al-espanol/812 "2026-07-18T16:43:26Z")
Pueden traducir al español --- ## [New Member – Excited to Join the Forum](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-member-excited-to-join-the-forum/353)
**Author:** [@gumalay56](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/gumalay56)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2026, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-member-excited-to-join-the-forum/353 "2026-06-22T17:31:46Z")
Hi everyone, I am new here on the Sleep Doctor forum and just wanted to say hello. I have been reading through some of the discussions and decided to finally join. Sleep health has become really important to me over the… --- ## [My CPAP stops working for 5 - 10 seconds every few minutes](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/my-cpap-stops-working-for-5-10-seconds-every-few-minutes/799)
**Author:** [@jimjaggers](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/jimjaggers)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/my-cpap-stops-working-for-5-10-seconds-every-few-minutes/799 "2026-06-20T20:48:29Z")
My CPAP machine stops working for 5 - 10 seconds every few minutes. Could be five minutes, could be 20 minutes. I’m traveling and don’t get home for several days. Anything I can do to fix it, even temporarily? --- ## [Best Pillows For Back Sleepers, Expert Advice To Choose](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/best-pillows-for-back-sleepers-expert-advice-to-choose/337)
**Author:** [@Mehwish](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Mehwish)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 10:23am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/best-pillows-for-back-sleepers-expert-advice-to-choose/337 "2026-06-20T10:23:06Z")
Hi everyone, I researched the best pillows for back sleepers over the past few days because I have been waking up with neck and upper back pain. I checked reviews on The New York Times Wirecutter, Consumer Reports, and … --- ## [Had 2 in home sleep studies 1st-osa- 2nd-csa What do i do!](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/had-2-in-home-sleep-studies-1st-osa-2nd-csa-what-do-i-do/789)
**Author:** [@Bolsxyz44](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Bolsxyz44)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/had-2-in-home-sleep-studies-1st-osa-2nd-csa-what-do-i-do/789 "2026-06-17T19:48:50Z")
I am going to my pulmonry doc on he willsay to 6/22. What can i expect him to say to me. --- ## [Hello Everyone, New Member Interested in Better Sleep and Sleep Health](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/hello-everyone-new-member-interested-in-better-sleep-and-sleep-health/775)
**Author:** [@titan1](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/titan1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 7:30am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/hello-everyone-new-member-interested-in-better-sleep-and-sleep-health/775 "2026-06-11T07:30:05Z")
Hi everyone, I’m new to the Sleep Doctor community and wanted to introduce myself. I’ve recently been trying to improve my overall sleep quality and learn more about healthy sleep habits, so I thought this would be a gr… --- ## [New Here, Looking Forward to Learning More About Better Sleep](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-here-looking-forward-to-learning-more-about-better-sleep/774)
**Author:** [@noni1](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/noni1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 6:46am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-here-looking-forward-to-learning-more-about-better-sleep/774 "2026-06-11T06:46:41Z")
Hello everyone, I’m new to the Sleep Doctor community and excited to join the discussions here. I’ve been spending more time learning about sleep health, better sleep habits, and common issues like insomnia, sleep apnea… --- ## [Cpap haveing problems getting enough sleep](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/cpap-haveing-problems-getting-enough-sleep/648)
**Author:** [@stolzy](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/stolzy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/cpap-haveing-problems-getting-enough-sleep/648 "2026-06-07T19:28:25Z")
I had a CPAP machine for about fifteen years and still having problems getting enough sleep, it seems like sleep better without using it any suggestions --- ## [Looking for gradual wakeup light without all the sounds](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/looking-for-gradual-wakeup-light-without-all-the-sounds/141)
**Author:** [@JBear](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/JBear)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2026, 11:31am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/looking-for-gradual-wakeup-light-without-all-the-sounds/141 "2026-04-22T11:31:55Z")
Can anyone find a gradual wakeup sunrise alarm clock without all the bells and whistles.I want a SIMPLE to operate alarm clock for only one person, with the means to have ONLY the gradual sunrise option (and the gradual … --- ## [Noise cancelling headphones for sleeping-Which one is best?](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/noise-cancelling-headphones-for-sleeping-which-one-is-best/534)
**Author:** [@adamparker](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/adamparker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2026, 6:22am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/noise-cancelling-headphones-for-sleeping-which-one-is-best/534 "2026-04-22T06:22:12Z")
Hello everyone I really need honest opinions from people who have actually used noise-cancelling headphones for sleeping. I’ve wasted money before on products that looked great online but failed in real use—uncomfortabl… --- ## [Nasal Pillow Mask Leaking Air](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/nasal-pillow-mask-leaking-air/423)
**Author:** [@Chattycat](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/Chattycat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2026, 9:27am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/nasal-pillow-mask-leaking-air/423 "2026-04-19T09:27:31Z")
Hi All! I am fairly new to using a CPAP machine, using the nasal pillows. I think my problem is being a side sleeper and it tends to skew a little bit off my nose creating the loud noise of the air blowing. It doesn’t ty… --- ## [New here to sleep doctor](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-here-to-sleep-doctor/704)
**Author:** [@eiman](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/eiman)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 9:13am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/new-here-to-sleep-doctor/704 "2026-04-18T09:13:57Z")
I joined community so I may get informations and get involve in discussions --- ## [Best back sleeper pillow, expert guide to choose](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/best-back-sleeper-pillow-expert-guide-to-choose/432)
**Author:** [@robertson](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/robertson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2026, 4:29am UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/best-back-sleeper-pillow-expert-guide-to-choose/432 "2026-04-11T04:29:41Z")
I have researched the best pillows for back sleepers to find the perfect one for daily use. After reading expert reviews from reputable sources like Sleep Foundation, Wirecutter, and Healthline, two models consistently s… --- ## [Runny nose after using CPAP](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/runny-nose-after-using-cpap/643)
**Author:** [@cloverleaf](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/u/cloverleaf)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/t/runny-nose-after-using-cpap/643 "2026-03-31T20:06:51Z")
I have environmental allergies and have been on medication for 2 weeks. Sometimes I am stuffy, difficult to breathe and sometimes I have a very runny nose. I have been on the CPAP 3 nights. I woke up this morning with a… [Next page](https://community.sleepdoctor.com/c/general/4.md?page=1)