I have sleep apnea and I am told I am getting a bipap machine. What’s the differnece between a cpap and bipap?

Remy says:

Hello Karen!

I know that CPAP treats sleep apnea by using air pressure to keep the airways from your nose and mouth more open while you sleep.

But Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure:

* provides two pressure levels, one during inhalation and a lower one during exhalation.

* the air is delivered by a nasal mask or face mask.

* are used in older children and in infants as well.

* are smaller, less expensive and generally easier to use than conventional ventilators.

* BPAP devices are adequate for nocturnal ventilation and may improve blood oxygen level.

I hope it helps!