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Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that causes excessive sleepiness and frequent daytime sleep attacks. |
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Symptoms
Persons with narcolepsy have episodes of sudden daytime sleeping ("sleep attack), usually preceded by drowsiness. It ...
Causes
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder, not a mental illness. The exact cause is unknown. Genes may play a role, but i...
Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam and order blood work to rule out conditions that can cause similar symptoms. ...
Treatments
There is no known cure for narcolepsy. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms. Lifestyle adjustments and learni...
Complications
Injuries and accidents, if attacks occur during activities; Impairment of functioning at work; Impairment of social a...
Prevention
There is no known prevention for narcolepsy. Treatment may reduce the number of attacks. Avoid situations that aggrav...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of narcolepsy occur. Call your health care provider if narcolepsy does not...
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