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Can you have narcolepsy but rarely get sleep attacks? i usually can feel it coming and lie down to sleep, but i meet all the other criteria.
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Yes: Yes. You can still have narcolepsy and not have significantly evident abrupt sleep intrusions, but usually this is when treated. If you feel sleepiness coming on and are able to go lie down, likely excessive daytime sleepiness. Need a sleep study then an mslt (napping test).
Answered 4/20/2014
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Sure: Especially if you have cataplexy.
Answered 5/12/2013
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