Answer: I think a lot of the other posters are talking about obstructive sleep apnea, not central sleep apnea. With central sleep apnea, treat the underlying cause, if possible (such as treating congestive heart failure, if that is causing the apneic periods). If the person's oxygen saturation drops from the apnea, it might be a good idea to be on oxygen while asleep. Take a look at the sources below, which have some more information about treatments.Yes, losing weight if you are overweight.Stopping smoking if you smoke.Sleeping propped up on pillows and take acid reflux meds if acid reflux is causing your breathing problems.Get ALL the paper out of your bedroom (books, wallpaper, newspapers, magazines, kleenex), vaccuum 3x per week, throw your pillows away and buy new ones, wash your sheets and pillowcases in hot water every week. Dustmites cause sinus problems which cause breathing problems.Don't let your pets sleep in your bedroom....ever.