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Home / Health News / Using snoring masks does not hinder sex life in sleep apnea patients

Using snoring masks does not hinder sex life in sleep apnea patients

By: Shraddha Rupavate   | | Published: October 28, 2014 4:31 pm
Tags: CPAP  In the news  
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According to a study that appeared in the journal Chest, use of snoring masks (continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask) to deal with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) doesn’t hinder sex life, eliminating fears of OSA patients who avoid using it thinking that it may interferes with sex. Also Read - Ganesh Chaturthi 2020: 4 reasons an eco-friendly Ganesha is good for you

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CPAP uses a continuous flow of positive air pressure to make sure the patient gets adequate oxygen supply. However, according to the study, some patients may feel that the mask interferes with foreplay and sex, which is not true. Also Read - Sleep apnoea could cause memory loss, depression 

For the study, researchers from Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago screened 52 participants for their sex life, compliance of PAP use, body mass index (BMI). The patients were also analysed for erectile dysfunction (ED) and use of drugs like Viagra, as ED is somewhat common in patients with OSA who are often suggested to use a CPAP mask to get rid of the ED symptoms. (Read: How to beat snoring with yoga)

It was observed that after adjusting for all confounding variables, CPAP compliance does not predict sexual quality of life. ‘It suggests that CPAP compliance does not impair sex life of patients with sleep apnea,’ said Mark Rosen, medical director of Rosalind Franklin University.

(Read: The Good Night ring to end snoring?)

What is snoring? What causes it?

Snoring is a condition that occurs when the flow of air is obstructed while you re sleeping. Basically, the back of your mouth and nose is covered with soft tissues. The soft palate at the back of your throat is the main culprit for your snore. It is present where you can see the uvula, fleshy mass hanging from the roof of your mouth, like a punching bag. With every incoming breath, the palate vibrates thereby obstructing the airflow, causing snoring.

Here are some tips to prevent snoring:

  • If snoring is an occasional problem for you when you re down due to flu, natural remedies like ginger and honey can help you soothe inflammation and widen your airways
  • Regular snorers should try sleeping sideways rather than sleeping on the back. Sleeping on the back forces you tongue behind to obstruct airflow
  • Avoid using a large pillow that causes your head to push forward and constrict your throat. Read more about Snoring tips to prevent or treat the problem!

With inputs from IANS

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Published : October 28, 2014 4:31 pm
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