Answer: I use a cpap machine which has made a tremendous difference in my personal health. Sleep apnea is often in part caused by excess weight but, sleep apnea also causes slowed metabolism which causes additional weight gain. Thus a vicious cycle begins...you gain more weight which in turn makes the sleep apnea worse. Since using my cpap, I have lost 45 pounds and no longer drag through my days. My skin is better and I no longer have horrendous headaches. In stead of a mask though, I use what looks like nasal cannula for oxygen that has been fed steriods. It's called a nasal pillow and is not nearly as claustrophobic feeling as the mask.