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Read stories of others who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and how they have adjusted to treatment ![](https://www.resmed.co.th/hubfs/Res-Med%20B2C%202019/Healthy%20Sleep/Barry.png) ## Barry's story It was Barry’s wife Margaret who spurred him into action to seek treatment from his doctor for what turned out to be sleep apnea. [ Read More ](https://www.resmed.co.th/en-th/consumer/diagnosis-and-treatment/patient-stories/barry-story) ![](https://www.resmed.co.th/hubfs/Res-Med%20B2C%202019/Healthy%20Sleep/Brian.png) ## Brian's story Brian initially underwent exceptionally painful throat surgery to combat his sleep apnea — but it was not successful. He is now on positive airway pressure therapy, and uses an S9 device. Brian is a very energetic and dynamic personality with plenty of get up and go. As a successful businessman, he travels overseas regularly for work and leads a full and active life. [ Read More ](https://www.resmed.co.th/en-th/consumer/diagnosis-and-treatment/patient-stories/brian-story) ![](https://www.resmed.co.th/hubfs/Res-Med%20B2C%202019/Healthy%20Sleep/Diana.png) ## Diana’s story Diana didn’t fit the usual stereotype of a person with sleep apnea. [ Read More ](https://www.resmed.co.th/en-th/consumer/diagnosis-and-treatment/patient-stories/diana-story) ![](https://www.resmed.co.th/hubfs/Res-Med%20B2C%202019/Healthy%20Sleep/kevin.png) ## Kevin’s story After a serious car accident with his wife Sue in the vehicle, Kevin couldn't ignore his snoring and daytime sleepiness any longer. [ Read More ](https://www.resmed.co.th/en-th/consumer/diagnosis-and-treatment/patient-stories/kevin-story) ![](https://www.resmed.co.th/hubfs/Res-Med%20B2C%202019/Healthy%20Sleep/Matt.png) ## Matt’s story Matt had felt tired for over a decade. His partner slept deeply and didn’t notice that he stopped breathing on average 34 times an hour. 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