Problem: Article: Constant positive air pressure (CPAP) machines are meant to keep you breathing normally throughout the night. CPAP machines send a puff of positive pressure into your airway at the end of each breath in order to keep the airway open throughout the breathing cycle. as a result, apneas due to the airway collapsing as occurs in OSA are prevented.  Talk to your doctor if you are having problems using your CPAP machine. Do not stop using your CPAP machine without your doctor’s permission. Using your CPAP machine may improve daytime sleepiness, blood pressure, glucose levels, and quality of life.  If you do not use the CPAP machine regularly or use it for a while and then stop, you will lose any positive gains you made (such as improving your blood pressure). A dentist or orthodontist can make you a custom-made mouthpiece to keep your jaw aligned and your airways open as you sleep. While studies are very clear that CPAP is more effective than oral appliances, there is still strong evidence that oral appliances provide a significant treatment effect compared to nothing at all. Many patients find CPAP intolerable to use regularly but are able to wear oral appliances, and for these patients an oral appliance would be appropriate. Keep in mind that mouthpieces require regular adjustments by your dentist or orthodontist or they may stop working. Keep track of adjustments and change every three months or so. If you do not like sleeping on your side, then try sleeping on your back in a slightly upright position. You can use a foam wedge to prop yourself up while you sleep, raise your mattress if you have an adjustable bed, or use bricks to elevate the head of your bed.  Only a slight elevation of 2 – 3 inches is needed. To use bricks to elevate the head of your bed, place them under the feet at the head of your bed. You can also use sturdy pieces of wood.
Summary: Use a CPAP machine. Wear a mouthpiece. Elevate the head of your bed or use a foam wedge.

Problem: Article: While there’s no cure for endometriosis, managing your symptoms can help you find relief. Additionally, it’s important to monitor your condition to reduce your risk of complications. Treatments don’t affect everyone the same way, so look for options that work for you. Talk to your doctor to learn about all of your options and to keep track of your progress. If you've been bleeding heavily for a long time, you could be at risk for anemia. Ask your doctor if you need to take an iron supplement at home to help replenish the supply of iron in your blood.
Summary: Work with your doctor to create a treatment plan for you. Ask about an iron supplement to help prevent anemia.

Problem: Article: If you have a medium or deep brown skin tone, you may want to try lipstick in a bright color like bright pink, bright purple, or bright red. Bright colors will pop against your skin tone and enhance the warm undertones of your complexion. Try to maintain a balance of color on your face by wearing a bold lipstick color with paired down eyeshadow and foundation. If you go for a bright eyeshadow look, you may wear lipstick in a more neutral color like nude or light pink. If you feel your lips are small and you would like to enhance them, you can try using lipstick that is pearlescent or metallic, as they will add shine and depth to your lips. You may also try lipstick in light colors like pink, peach, or beige so your lips are not overwhelmed by a bright, dark color. Another trick is to use a lip pencil to create a new lip line outside of your natural lip line. Try to go no further than 3mm out. Make sure the line is precise and even. You can then color in your lips with the lip pencil or with lipstick that is the same shade as the lip pencil.
Summary: Go for bold, bright lipstick if you have a darker skin tone. Enhance your lips if they appear small.

Problem: Article: This massage is to relax her. Your goal is to make her time with you better through this intimate connection. Prepare to focus entirely on her for at least 30 minutes if not longer. Think about what she likes when she relaxes and use those insights to create the perfect environment for a backrub. For the massage to work best her back will need to be completely exposed. This means she will probably be topless. You need to make sure the area you choose has plenty of privacy from neighbors and kids. If you have kids in the home, you may consider locking the door.  The bedroom can be a great place for a massage. However, be ready to stay on your knees most of the time. You will probably need lots of towels to ensure the oils do not get on the sheets, pillows, or comforter. Avoid giving a massage on the couch. Although convenient it provides little room to maneuver for applying pressure. Although you may not have a massage table you will likely have plenty of places to lie down. You need a surface where she can lie comfortably without being cold. Somewhere with plenty of support. You will be pushing down on her back so avoid the waterbed. If she has a favorite album or band that she likes to listen to when relaxing, go with that. Otherwise find something relaxing. Your local music store will likely have plenty to choose from if you feel stuck. Try to avoid the radio since you can't control what might come on or what commentators might say between songs or commercials. In a pinch you may be able to find some relaxing playlists online or using a smartphone app. Some premium streaming music services provide highly customizable playlists with no commercials. Essential oils used in aromatherapy can provide just the right touch to a room. If you know that your room has unwanted odors or scents you definitely want something that smells good. Orange blossom oil, for example, has a fragrance that can produce a calming sensation. Some essential oils can be incorporated into your massage oil. Lavender oil is particularly relaxing when used this way. Electric lighting is usually not intended to calm. Most electric lighting can be pretty harsh on the eyes. Natural lighting from candles will produce enough light to perform the massage but is not so bright as to upset the mood. The room should be calm and inviting. Candle light creates a very warm environment. If you are using heated essential oils you will want to find non-scented candles to avoid mixing smells. You may chose to go with a scented candle in lieu of essential oils altogether. For muscles to get the most attention you must have some oil. Oil reduces friction on the skin. This allows you to press without dragging or pulling the skin with your fingers or hands. Have plenty of massage oil ready to use on both your hands and on her back. Massage oil bottles will get very messy if you need to add additional oil. Consider wrapping your massage oil bottle with a small washcloth and rubber band or putting your massage oil in a liquid pourer such as a small liquid measuring cup. Cloth towels, especially cotton towels, can be used for numerous tasks. You can use them to wipe off excess oil. They can also be used to cover body parts when needed. If your wife is lying face down, she may like a towel under her knees or rolled up to relax her feet on. If your wife wants to completely undress for the massage, use a towel to cover her buttocks and upper thighs if she feels too exposed. If you haven't massaged anything in a while, if ever, be prepared for some sore hands. You want to stretch the muscles in your hands and wrists before you begin the massage. Do this by putting your open hands together in front of you with fingers extended. With one hand, push the other with your fingertips. Repeat for both hands. Another stretch is to squeeze a stress ball. This can strengthen your fingers for a harder massage.
Summary:
Prepare your mind to focus on her. Find a room or area with ample privacy. Locate a proper surface for the massage to take place. Queue up some relaxing music. Set the mood with some scented oils. Light the room with candles. Have massage oil ready for use. Set aside plenty of cloth towels for various usages. Stretch your hands, arms, and fingers to avoid cramping.