Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that causes extreme sleepiness during the day or falling asleep spontaneously. Diagnosis can be difficult, but tests such as sleep studies and spinal fluid analysis can help. Research is being done to integrate the chemical hypocretin, which is decreased in those with narcolepsy. Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects […]
Narcolepsy is a rare sleep disorder caused by genetic mutations, particularly in the HLA genes on chromosome six, which trigger autoimmune responses that attack neurons carrying hypocretin. Other genetic causes have also been identified. Environmental factors, such as viral infections and obesity, can also contribute to the disorder. Narcolepsy is a rare condition in which […]
Narcolepsy is recognized as a disability in the US, with legal protection under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Family and Medical Leave Act. Narcoleptics may also receive financial assistance through Social Security Disability Insurance. The extent of disability varies, but narcolepsy can interfere with daily activities. The disorder is not a mental illness and […]
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects sleep patterns, causing vivid hallucinations, cataplexy, and poor sleep quality. Medications can help treat cataplexy, but there is no cure. Narcolepsy is difficult to diagnose and can affect people of all ages. Scientists are studying the gene responsible for narcolepsy in mice and dogs to find a possible […]
