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Narcolepsy without cataplexy

Narcolepsy without cataplexy: Introduction

Narcolepsy without cataplexy: Narcolepsy refers to excessive sleepiness. It may or may not occur with cataplexy which refers to the sudden onset of muscle weakness in the face, legs or arms. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Narcolepsy without cataplexy is available below.

Symptoms of Narcolepsy without cataplexy

• Excessive daytime sleepiness despite a good night's sleep
• Suddenly falling asleep during the daytime
• Frequent napping
• Disturbed night time sleep
• Memory problems
• more symptoms...»

See full list of 7 symptoms of Narcolepsy without cataplexy

Treatments for Narcolepsy without cataplexy

• Treatment usually involves taking a stimulant drug during the day as well as medication to alleviate muscle weakness
• Medications:
• Central nervous system stimulant drugs
• Modafinil
• Amphetamines
• more treatments...»

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Home Diagnostic Testing

Home medical testing related to Narcolepsy without cataplexy:

• Sleep Disorders: Home Testing
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Wrongly Diagnosed with Narcolepsy without cataplexy?

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Narcolepsy without cataplexy: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Narcolepsy without cataplexy:

• Social problems - daytime sleep attacks can affect home life or work
• Increased risk of having a vehicle accident
• more complications...»

Causes of Narcolepsy without cataplexy

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Misdiagnosis and Narcolepsy without cataplexy

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Narcolepsy without cataplexy: Broader Related Topics

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