Sleep Disorders Medical Reference
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The Relationship Between Orexins and Narcolepsy
Orexins are chemicals in your brain that help your body stay awake. When you have narcolepsy, you don’t have enough neurons that make orexins.
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The Cost of Narcolepsy
Treating and managing a sleep disorder can be expensive. But there are ways to hold costs down. Learn more about the cost of narcolepsy.
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Narcolepsy and Potential Complications
Narcolepsy has many potential effects beyond falling asleep suddenly at any time. Learn about these complications and ways to cope.
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What You Should Know About Sleep Attacks
Sleep attacks are the most obvious symptom of narcolepsy. They can make life difficult and dangerous, but you can control them with medication and lifestyle changes.
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Narcolepsy and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Narcolepsy is unlikely to cause any problems with your pregnancy or delivery. But you may need to make changes to your medications and get extra help so you can get all the rest you need.
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Narcolepsy and Driving
What you need to know about driving safely when you have narcolepsy.
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How to Stay Healthy With Narcolepsy
A healthy lifestyle that includes sleep, exercise, and a good diet can help manage symptoms of narcolepsy and the risks that come along with it.
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Conditions You May Have Along With Narcolepsy
If you have narcolepsy, you may also have other conditions.
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Narcolepsy and Your Weight
What’s the link between narcolepsy and weight gain? What steps can you take to manage it?
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Kids and Narcolepsy: How to Manage School
Narcolepsy makes it hard to stay awake in school, pay attention, and complete assignments. But parents can take action to set their kids up for success.
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Sleep and Learning Difficulties: How They’re Linked
Could a student’s lack of sleep cause learning difficulties, or are their learning difficulties making it hard for them to get a good night’s sleep? Kids with learning challenges like ADHD or dyslexia often have trouble sleeping. Lack of sleep can make it harder for students to concentrate and get through the school day too. Find out how good sleep habits can improve grades.
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Narcolepsy and Mental Health
People with narcolepsy may also have mental health disorders like depression and anxiety. Learn more about the link between narcolepsy and your mental health.
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Narcolepsy vs. Insomnia: What's the Difference?
Both narcolepsy and insomnia can make you feel sleepy during the day. How can you tell these two sleep disorders apart?
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Narcolepsy Causes and Risks
Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder that makes you extremely sleepy during the day. Find out what puts you at risk of getting this condition.
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Caffeine Pills: What to Know
Find out more about caffeine pills: if they work, if they’re addictive, and how to take them safely.
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What Is a Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)?
A multiple sleep latency test (MSLT) is a sleep study that looks at how fast you fall asleep during the day when you should be awake. Find out what the results can mean for your health.
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Narcolepsy or Sleep Apnea? Similarities and Differences
What’s the difference between narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea? These two sleep disorders may have some similar symptoms and effects on your daily life, but they’re different in important ways too. Find out the common signs of narcolepsy and sleep apnea and why you may have both conditions.
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What Is Polysomnography (PSG)?
A polysomnography (PSG) is a study to see how you sleep overnight. Find out what this test can reveal about your health.
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Narcolepsy in Children: Why It’s Hard to Diagnose
Narcolepsy is rare in kids, and doctors often miss the diagnosis. Learn what the symptoms for this sleep disorder can look like in children.
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What’s the Difference Between Narcolepsy and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
They have a lot of symptoms in common, but narcolepsy and chronic fatigue can cause different problems and require different treatments. So it’s important to get the right diagnosis.
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Things Narcolepsy Might Look Like
Narcolepsy is rare and has the same symptoms as many other more common conditions. That’s why up to 60% of people with narcolepsy may get the wrong diagnosis at first.
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Could Your Partner Have a Sleep Disorder?
There are a number of warning signs and symptoms of sleep disorders that you might notice in your partner. Find out more about what they are and what to do about them.
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Narcolepsy: How You Can Help Yourself
Lifestyle changes are an important part of treatment for narcolepsy. Learn how you can help yourself beyond medicine.
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What to Know About Calcification of the Pineal Gland
What causes calcification of the pineal gland and what effects does it have on your health? Learn how to decalcify your pineal gland for proper functioning.
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Home Sleep Tests: What to Know
A home sleep test is a simple and affordable way to figure out if you have sleep apnea. Find out what it looks for, what to expect, and how to get one.
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