Narcolepsy
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published 26/09/2007
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SummaryDisorder of unknown etiology characterized by excessive sleepiness typically associated with cataplexy and other REM sleep phenomena, such as sleep paralysis and hypnagogic hallucinations.
Commonly misconceived as representing low intelligence and/or poor motivation. Syndrome frequently overlooked, with an average of 15 years of symptoms prior to diagnosis. Onset usually in teenage years.
Table of Contents
- DESCRIPTION
- EPIDEMIOLOGY
- RISK FACTORS
- ETIOLOGY
- DIAGNOSIS
- SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
- TESTS
- DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS
- TREATMENT
- MEDICATION (DRUGS)
- Conclusions
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