People who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea often start using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) as an appropriate treatment for the condition. However, what most people fear and wonder is whether CPAP therapy will affect sex drive and life. In this article we will discuss how treating sleep apnea may boost libido, energy levels, and sexual function and everything you need to know about CPAP.

Introduce the CPAP Machine to Your Bedroom

Many people start panicking about the mask and CPAP machine when they first start using this treatment. What most people fear is how the mask makes them look. In fact, many patients who use CPAP think that the mask makes them feel unattractive. If this is something which worries you, remember to put the mask after sex as soon as the lights are turned off. Moreover, you should also share your feelings and concerns with your partner. If your significant other loves you, they will accept you and respect your medical needs.

On the bright side, CPAP will help you forget about loud snoring which is a major problem in relationships. Your partner will feel better as they will be able to sleep better now that you don’t snore anymore. Some partners choose to sleep in separate rooms due to the loud snoring, and thus, using CPAP will likely get your partner back to bed with you again.

If you have a relatively new partner, using a CPAP mask might feel a bit embarrassing at first. However, over time it will get easier as you become comfortable with CPAP and yourself. Using CPAP mask won’t be bothersome if you snuggle with your partner and sleep in a spooning position. You can also opt for a smaller mask with minimal leak problems.

So, as soon as you start using a CPAP mask and use it on a regular basis, you will notice how your condition improves. Moreover, all sleep apnea symptoms you’ve been noticing will start to go away. Hence, it is very likely that you will start feeling more energized and less sleepy throughout the day. Consequently, you will be more interested in sex and experience real physiological impacts on your libido.

It has been shown that sleep apnea is closely connected with low testosterone levels in men. So, using CPAP will help you reverse this and even notice improvements in their mood. Thus, both you and your partner will be more interested in intercourse.

If you still feel like the CPAP mask has an impact on your sex life because by putting on the mask, you may feel like you are signaling disinterest in sex. If this is the case, let your partner know that you can remove the mask anytime and both of you can enjoy spontaneity.

In a nutshell, using CPAP won’t stop or hinder your sex life. Instead, you will feel an increased sex drive and improved sex life as the therapy progresses. Hence, CPAP will provide benefits for your health and well as your love life.