It's 1500 out of pocket. I have not recorded myself, however I know that my resting breaths are incredibly shallow. I think it may be in part due to excessive tension in the musculature in my back from deadlifting which is partially alleviated by deep soft tissue work. However it just comes back the following day
I think that question is answered on its own.
The cpap you can get for cheap.
It isn't like your gonna be out of money..
Either you spend 1500 and get the machine as well... Or you spend the couple hundred and get the machine...
If you spend the 1500 and don't need the machine... Then your out that much. Instead of a couple hundred.
I have sleep apnea as well. No machine though as I'm cheap and hate **** on my face to begin with.
Check the way you sleep, how your neck is, and even maybe try nasal strips. If you have a spouse, have them watch you in your sleep with the strips, in different positions, and figure that out.
Then, if needed.. Just buy the damn machine and go from there.
Goodluck!