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Originally Posted by Folsom Flash
Hi All,
I've got sleep apnea but haven't gotten a diagnosis yet as I've heard the OTR companies will disqualify you for it. Real or imagined?
I've got a good local gig now but I like to keep my options open and don't want to screw myself by getting(or claiming) a condition that freaks people out.
I've heard the CPAP machines are the problem, anybody with experience?
Thanks in advance.
I wouldnt think of it as screwing your self out of a job by disclosing you have sleep apnea.....the altenative would be not disclosing it and falling asleep at the wheel and killing a few people/yourself.
If a company wont hire you because of sleep apnea just keep looking.....Schneider is a strict company but they hire people with sleep apnea and will even supply you with a CPAP.
Heavy snoring leads to enlarged heart,high blood pressure ,increase risk of a stroke and all types of problems...
A CPAP will keep your airway open while you sleep and you will wake up feeling like Superman himself.