What is a CPAP machine? and how it is work?

A CPAP machine is a medical device used to treat sleep apnea,

a condition where a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep.

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The machine consists of a mask that fits over the nose or mouth,

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which is connected to a small air pump.

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The pump delivers a continuous flow of air at a gentle pressure into the person’s airway to keep it open and prevent it from collapsing.

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The purpose of the CPAP machine is to provide a constant stream of air pressure, which acts as a splint to keep the airway open.

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By doing so, it helps to eliminate or reduce the episodes of interrupted breathing that occur during sleep.

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