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Common uses of continuous positive airway pressure include sleep apnea, respiratory distress syndrome in infants, and adult respiratory distress syndrome.

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Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is primarily used to treat sleep apnea by keeping the airways open during sleep, allowing for uninterrupted breathing. It can also be used to treat respiratory distress in premature infants or patients with respiratory conditions such as COPD or pneumonia by improving lung function and oxygenation. CPAP therapy can help reduce symptoms of daytime fatigue and improve overall quality of life for individuals with breathing disorders.

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