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c-pap newbie & rapid weight gain?

Posted by Sleepless Spouse on February 16, 2006 at 17:09:08:

Hi,

My husband was diagnosed with obstructive apnea and started using the c-pap machine about 10 days ago (I can finally get some sleep!). He uses the nasal pillow, not the full face mask. He has also been diagnosed with hypertension, which I understand is a very common side effect.

I was wondering if any of you folks experienced rapid weight gain when starting on the machine? If so, do you know what is the cause and approximately how long the pounds will continue to add on? He was about 15 pounds overweight when he did his sleep study, but he's put on an additional 8 pounds in the past week! And he isn't over eating or drinking. Help! He's getting uncomfortable and cranky......

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