Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Narcolepsy
Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterised by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks. People with narcolepsy often experience cataplexy, vivid hallucinations, and sleep paralysis. Narcolepsy typically begins in adolescence or early adulthood and can significantly affect daily life. It is managed with lifestyle changes and medication.