CPAP side effect or a coincidence?

[marky mark]

I read a thread dated 22nd December 2008 re a person who was using a CPAP machine and developed gall stones. I have begun using a CPAP machine and visited my GP yesterday for advice on pains. The GP has arranged a blood test and an ultra sound. I am awaiting an appointment. I have developed pains near to the bottom on my liver. The GP thinks it may be gall stones. Having read this thread dated 22nd December, is this a side effect anyone else has experienced or just a coincidence?

[Biggles]

Hello. I've been using CPAP for over 5 years and have not had gall stones yet. She said touching wood

Are men more likely to get gall stones ?

Hope everything works out OK for you.

[bassetman]

Iv'e been on cpap since May 2008 no problems in that department not yet (fingers crossed).Not very helpful but good luck

[ElleCee]

I have gall stones but I have no idea if it is connected or not.

Lorraine

[Alleycat]

More likely the gall stones related to Obesity and OSA than CPAP - no logic in how CPAP could cause gall stones
x

[cheryl4andy]

gall stones

i had my gall bladder out bout twelve years ago and i definitly had OSA but was undiagnosed then !!