So about a year ago I learned that I had Midface hyperplasia (a receded jaw) that was causing my severe sleep apnea. I am 5'9, healthy, and only weigh 100 poundss, so my sleep apnea had never been explained before then.
I was diagnosed with SEVERE sleep apnea at only 18 months old, which honestly should have been more cause for concern. I have an ATI of 104, which means that I stop breathing 104 times EVERY. SINGLE. HOUR. I have tried all types of cpap, bipap, etc. but nothing seemed to work for me.
After a move, I started seeing a new doctor, who instantly realized that my misshapen jaws were causing my airway to collapse, leading to the sleep apnea. This happened around May, 2015. He immediately recommended surgery, and so began my journey to having my face broken and rearranged.
Check the next article to hear about the first steps of my surgery process.
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