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Narcolepsy is a disabling neurological disorder of sleep regulation that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness. It may be described as an intrusion of the dreaming state of sleep (called REM or rapid eye movement sleep) into the waking state. Symptoms generally begin between the ages of 15 and 30. The four classic symptoms of the disorder are excessive daytime sleepiness; cataplexy (sudden, brief episodes of muscle weakness or paralysis brought on by strong emotions such as laughter, anger, surprise or anticipation); sleep paralysis (paralysis upon falling asleep or waking up); and hypnagogic hallucinations (vivid dream-like images that occur at sleep onset). Disturbed nighttime sleep, including tossing and turning in bed, leg jerks, nightmares, and frequent awakenings, may also occur. The development, number and severity of symptoms vary widely among individuals with the disorder. It is probable that there is an important genetic component to the disorder as well. Unrelenting excessive sleepiness is usually the first and most prominent symptom of narcolepsy. Patients with the disorder experience irresistible sleep attacks, throughout the day, which can last for 30 seconds to more than 30 minutes, regardless of the amount or quality of prior nighttime sleep.
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Narcolepsy Symptoms1-2 of 5 more...
Signs and symptoms
... The signs and symptoms of narcolepsy include: Excessive daytime sleepiness. The primary characteristic of narcolepsy is overwhelming drowsiness and an uncontrollable need to sleep during the day. Peop...
Source: MayoClinic
Causes ... Research continues to determine the cause of narcolepsy. Genetics and some sort of trigger, such as a virus, may affect brain chemicals and contribute to the disorder. The normal process of falling as...
Source: MayoClinic
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Complications
... Narcolepsy may cause you to experience serious problems in both your professional and personal lives. Others may perceive your undiagnosed condition as lazy, lethargic or rude. Your performance may su...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... Narcolepsy has no cure, but medications and lifestyle modifications can help you manage the symptoms. Medications include: Stimulants. Drugs that stimulate the central nervous system are the primary t...
Source: MayoClinic
Narcolepsy Support1-2 of 2
Brain Basics: Understanding Sleep
... Do you ever feel sleepy or "zone out" during the day? Do you find it hard to wake up on Monday mornings? If so, you are familiar with the powerful need for sleep. However, you may not realiz...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Coping skills ... Dealing with narcolepsy can be challenging. Making adjustments in your daily schedule may help. Consider these tips: Talk about it. Tell your employer or teachers about your condition and work togethe...
Source: MayoClinic
Narcolepsy Other1-2 of 6 more...
Narcolepsy
... What is narcolepsy? Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder of sleep regulation that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness. People with narcolepsy experience excessive daytime sleepiness and inte...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Common Sleep Disorders: An Overview ... What are sleep disorders and how common are they? Sleep disorders are conditions that prevent a person from getting restful sleep and, as a result, can cause daytime sleepiness and dysfunction. There ...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
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Treating Narcolepsy with Melatonin and 5-HTP
... Sleep Narcolepsy 5-HTP 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is a compound produced by the body from tryptophan. It is naturally found in many foods and most commonly extracted from the seeds of the Griffonia p...
Source: Holistic Online
Treating Narcolepsy with Diet Restrictions ... Sleep Narcolepsy Diet Restriction Narcolepsy may be the result of food intolerances. There have been some documented cases in which persons who suffered from narcolepsy were cured by eliminating aller...
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Narcolepsy Articles
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... Narcolepsy is a , or long-lasting, sleep disorder with no known cause. It affects the body's central nervous system, which is made up of nerves that carry messages from the brain to other parts of... - Narcolepsy Fact Sheet
... Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder caused by the brain's inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles normally. At various times throughout the day, people with narcolepsy experience fleetin... - Narcolepsy Information Page
... Narcolepsy is a disabling neurological disorder of sleep regulation that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness. It may be described as an intrusion of the dreaming state of sleep (called REM or...
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- Ask NOAH About: Stimulant Medicines Fact Sheet (New York Online Access to Health, The New York Hospital Cornell Medical Center (NOAH))
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