I Have a Sleep Disorder

I recently found out,after taking sleep test on 3/2/18,that I have severe sleep apena. I wasn't aware, what this was, when I got the news.The more I learn about it,the more worried I get about lying down again.
News regarding this, surprised and hit me, harder than I thought, it would.
Due to disorder,I sometimes fall asleep, in random places,and even, had money stolen from backpack,when I unexpectedly dosed off,on bus. That can be pretty scary/confusing.
I wake up several times each morning,thinking it's because I need to pee,but might be more to it.Only up a couple mins at a time,but it's enough to make getting up later in morning tough.Today,due to disorder,which like many,I'm not fully aware of,.I feel I sleep ok,but guess only partly true.
I decided not to use mask,(Like it was recommended),due to setting being very high,due to weight,and thus,being difficult to fall asleep and breathe with mask on.I am unaware of the consequences on this decision.
Hard to believe test will be 2 yrs next week,but so far things could be worse regarding this. Told I should get tested again,but wasn't a fan of process. Would appreciate comments from those whom have experienced this.