Narcolepsy Flashcards
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Narcolepsy: Define
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Narcolepsy is the extreme tendency to fall asleep whenever in a relaxing surrounding.
It is familial and associated with HLA-DRB1, and HLA-DRB1 0602.
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Narcolepsy: Symptoms
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Sleep paralysis
Cataplexy - temporary loss of muscle control resulting in weakness or collapse during strong emotion, but still conscious.
Daytime Sommolence
Hypnagognic Hallucinations - hallucinate just before going to sleep
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Narcolepsy: Treatment
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Climipramine - for cataplexy
Modafinil
Sodium Oxybate
