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About Michael Rush
Expertise
I can answer questions relating to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea. With a focus on use of CPAP and BiPAP and their effects and benefits. I can help trouble shoot problems and make suggestions on how the make this a more pleasant experience.

Experience
I have been in the respiratory field for 20 years with experience in the hospital, Sleep lab and home medical equipment industry. I also have been wearing a BiPAP mask myself for the past four years.Respiratory Care Pracitioner, Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Pulmonary Function Technician Polysomnography Technician

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Sleep Apnea - high blood pressure and cpap

Expert: Michael Rush - 10/22/2009

Question
ive been on cpap auto bipap for 4 yrs. in the morning my blood pressure is 176/96 and after work it is 150/80 im on meds.why so high in the morning.

Answer
Hi Jim,

The BiPAP should be helping to control your blood pressure so I don't know why it's so high in the mornings. My only thought could be on the time you take your meds, they can be wearing off by the am. Check with your doctor. Maybe you need an adjustment in the pressure of the machine. And be sure your mask is in good condition. Might be time for a new one. Good Luck...Mike

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