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@phil75

It’s funny that you ask. I typically don’t sleep very well no matter what. If I sleep on my back, I don’t snore much, but my wife tells me that I do have apnea every now and then. I generally sleep on my side. A couple of different Doctors have suggested a sleep study. I’m pretty sure that they would suggest a CPAP machine but, because I get up two to three times during the night, I’m a bit reluctant to go that route. Thanks for your reply.

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There should be no problem with rising to void at night with a CPAP. My 94 year old dad has done it for 6 years now. I don't rise...at all (at 72)...I know, lucky me...but he has had to rise two or three times since he was in his early 60's. If uncoupling the hose bothers you, sit at your beside and empty your bladder into a suitable cistern. If you fall asleep again fairly quickly typically, I don't see that a CPAP machine should hinder that process. Not once you get used to the appliance.