Narcolepsy :
Narcolepsy is chronic neurological disorder and one of the primary causes of hypersomnolence (excessive sleep) in which there is sudden, irresistible sleep attacks, excessive day time sleep and cataplexy (muscle weakness or sudden loss of muscle tone triggered by surprise, laughter, strong emotions etc). It can of two types ie,. Narcolepsy type 1 (cataplexy present) and Narcolepsy type 2 (without cataplexy). It can be debilitating in the patients as it can occur during any time of the day and especially dangerous when involved in eating , driving and or swimming. The exact cause of narcolepsy is unknown. It is diagnosed by symptoms, sleep study with sleep latency testing demonstrating rapid REM sleep. Management is by medications like modafinil, sodium oxybate, antidepressants and other supportive care.
Found 16 Doctors for Narcolepsy Treatment in Bhopal
A3 - A4 , Silver Crest Colony
Opp. Chinar Woodland , Janki Nagar
Chuna Bhatti, Bhopal
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Fee : 500
2, Sector 9 B
On RRl Tiraha To Aimms Road
Habib Ganj, Bhopal
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Mon - Sat :
12:00 noon - 04:00 pm
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57 M L A Quarters
Jawahar Chowk
North T.T.Nagar, Bhopal
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06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Fee : 550