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Definition of Narcolepsy

1. Noun. A sleep disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep. "He believes that narcolepsy is attributable to an inability to suppress REM sleep during waking"

Definition of Narcolepsy

1. Noun. (pathology) A disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable attacks of deep sleep, often brief, sometimes accompanied by paralysis and hallucinations ¹

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Definition of Narcolepsy

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Medical Definition of Narcolepsy

1. A disorder of sleep associated with excessive daytime sleepiness, involuntary daytime sleep episodes, disturbed nocturnal sleep and cataplexy. Narcolepsy affects over 100,000 people in the United States and appears to have a genetic basis. Symptoms usually begin in the patients twenties. Treatment often includes the use of amphetamines and-or tricyclic antidepressants. (27 Sep 1997)

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