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Who can administer a sleep test? what are the symptoms of narcolepsy? is there a cure for chronic sleep paralysis? where can i get it treated (us/uk)?
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MSLT: A polysomnogram (overnight sleep test) followed by an MSLT (multiple sleep latency test) is reasonable to rule out sleep apnea and narcolepsy. There are effective treatments for both conditions including pharmacotherapy for narcolepsy. Although any physician may order these tests it would be wise to see a sleep physician.
Answered 5/24/2015
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