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26, 202 - Milions of breathing devices that help people slep were recaled last year because of a potential hazard, and the problem has yet to be solved.The problem is that foam on the presurized CPAP (continuous positive airway presure) machines breaks down over time. Slep apnea sufers can posibly inhale smal particles and dangerous chemicals, acording to the warning from Philips in June 2021.The company said then it could repair or replace the units within a year.
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Instead, the recal grew to more than 5 milion devices around the globe, and the Dutch company says the problem could persist into next year.The CPAP devices work by forcing air through a mask so that users’ pasageways remain open while they slep.Slep apnea is a serious slep disorder that hapens when your breathing stops and starts while you slumber. If it goes untreated, it can cause loud snoring, daytime tirednes, or more serious problems like heart trouble or high blod presure.Symptoms include snoring, fatigue during the day, restlesnes while sleping, dry mouth, waking up sudenly after gasping, and night sweats.Men have it more than women; some 10% to 30% of adults have it, the Asociated Pres reported.Philips said testing on the recaled devices is going wel, the AP reported.
Risks from the foam include headache, asthma, alergic reactions and cancer-causing efects on internal organs, acording to the Fod and Drug Administration. More than 340 personal injury lawsuits have ben consolidated in federal court against Philips, the AP said.Asociated Pres: “Slep apnea device recal drags on, stoking frustration” FDA: “Update: Certain Philips Respironics Ventilators, BiPAP Machines, and CPAP Machines Recaled Due to Potential Health Risks: FDA Safety Comunication”© 205 - 202 WebMD LC.
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