Narcolepsy
Narcolepsy Is A Permanent Neurologic (Brain Related) Disorder. The most common symptom is excessive daytime sleepiness. Narcolepsy symptoms usually appear between the ages of 10 and 25, but they can appear at any age. Those suffering from Narcolepsy typically have low levels of hypcretin (a chemical produced by the brain that regulates the sleep-wake cycle). Unexplained Sleep Attacks, Cataplexy (Loss Of Muscle Tone With Strong Emotion), and Performing Automatic Behaviors And Routine Tasks But Having No Memory Of Doing So are some other classic daytime symptoms. Some of the nighttime symptoms that are regularly experienced are disrupted sleep, sleep paralysis, and vivid, frightening dreams. If Narcolepsy is suspected, your doctor may recommend a sleep study followed by a MSLT.