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Hi to those reading,

I was diagnosed with mild sleep apnea. I'm 25 and skinny. My level-three sleep study recorded an AHI of 8, which I understand is relatively low. I find that I sleep far more soundly with my CPAP than without. Meaning, I dream more, wake up far less (down to twice per night often times, sometimes even once, though never do I sleep all the way through to the morning unbroken), and feel more "comfortable" when I wake up in the middle of the night. I have tried CPAP for almost three years now, off and on, but for whatever inexplicable reason I feel devastatingly fatigued the next day, usually for the entire day. This happens most days, though every week or so it feels manageable. In addition, my eyes are very bloodshot. I know many people will first think there is a leak problem, but I assure you there is not (which would conveniently explain both red eyes and poor quality sleep).

Why does CPAP make me feel so tired, even after using it for 8 months straight consecutively? I'm desperate for advice or guidance, and no one seems to have an answer. I feel like my youth is being robbed from me. I really appreciate those of you who took the time to read through my concerns, and I look forward to hearing back from you!