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Jul 06, 2009, 04:28 AM
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We have to go sleep at the hospital for one night while we have a Polysomnography to be tested for obstructive sleep apnoea, we are so anxious and nervous and the insiders really dont want to do this. If its positive l will also loose my driving license apparently......so there goes my job out the window....................why does it never get easier???????
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Jul 06, 2009, 05:42 AM
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Oh, I am so sorry you are dealing with this! Safe hugs to you!
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Jul 06, 2009, 05:59 AM
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(((silentandscared)))
I hope things get better for you!   Hopefully you wont lose your license =].
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Jul 06, 2009, 06:13 AM
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Thank you both for your replies and hugs they are much needed at the moment
hugs back to you both...
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"never tell a child their dreams are unlikely or outlandish.... few things are more humiliating and what a tragedy when they believe you"
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Jul 06, 2009, 06:58 AM
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my thoughts are with you, dear one. always!
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Jul 06, 2009, 10:02 AM
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((((((((((((((((daynnight )))))))))))))))))
thank you so much for coming to the hospital with me when you was here in the UK it helped so much and helped to keep others calmer for a while. thoughts with you too dear one Mandyxx xx
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Jul 06, 2009, 01:03 PM
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Be safe and will be thinking of you, wow you have a lot on your plate
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Jul 07, 2009, 04:58 AM
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Hope you're doing ok! Thoughts have been with you!
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Jul 07, 2009, 06:59 PM
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Hi don't be too scared I had one done & although I couldn't stand having to sleep somewhere else. It was no where near as bad as I let myself get worked up too
 Especially since I am a smoker & you weren't allowed to smoke! How does that mimic my normal sleeping habits! lol Also the other patient there was there for apnea & snored like what i'd imagine a grizzly bear would! It drove me nuts seeing as how I can't even sleep if my own nose is making the slightest whistle  Why would they take your DL for apnea? I know they don't here...I know tons of people who sleep w/ the machines etc. & all still have their DLs. I will be keeping good thoughts for you
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Jul 07, 2009, 07:06 PM
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Mandy and all
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Jul 07, 2009, 08:55 PM
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I have sleep apnea, but I don't drive in the first place. I hated that when I had to sleep at the hospital that they put all that sticky stuff in my hair and behind my ears. When I got home I took a shower right away. And for a few days my glasses were still sticking behind my ears.
I am to have another sleep study but I have not scheduled it yet. LLL1985 |
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Jul 08, 2009, 12:48 PM
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Hi. I am also going in for a polysomnography on Monday, July 13. This will be my thirsd one. At my hospital. you sleep in a room, alone, and it is more like a hotel room than a hospital. It has a normal bed, very comfortable. They keep the temperature at a comfortable level and make sure it is dark. The staff have been very nice and even know my diagnosis of DID.
They do hook you up with electrodes, mostly on face and head, also legs. I did not have to be unclothed at any time in fron of any person. I actually slept better there than at home! I was told that was not unusual. As others have said, I don't know why you should lose your drivers' license due to apnea. Are you currently falling asleep while driving? You can be treated for this condition, then that problem will disappear. I hope it goes well for you. Of many test that we might have to endure, this one is relatively safe, but of course I do understand the fear of having to sleep away from home. I hope that you will have gentle people to attend you, people who will do their utmost to make you comfortable. Take care and let us know how you make out.
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Jul 17, 2009, 10:52 PM
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