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Cataplexy
The syndrome of narcolepsy, which causes daytime sleep attacks, may be associated with episodes of complete temporary loss of muscular tone, associated with intense emotions, such as crying or laughing. The pt may collapse to the ground, but does not go unconscious. This seems to be a daytime rem sleep-like situation.
Dr. Bennett Machanic reviewed this
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Can you have only one episode of cataplexy and then never have it again?
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Can you tell me what to expect with symptoms of cataplexy when I am very scaredwith the possibility of it being cataplexy?
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New onset cataplexy attacks. What are the next steps?
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What is the definition or description of: Cataplexy attacks?
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Where can I go to seek affordable help for narcelemspy with cataplexy?
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What types of employment would a person that suffers from narcolepsy and cataplexy apply for?
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Can cataplexy occur without narcolepsy? And is it possible for it to regress to no episodes at all?
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Does narcolepsy and cataplexy usually get worse over time? Is rapid change in severity over 12 months normal?
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Can people with cataplexy have normal sex life?
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Is it same to take amphetamines for 18 years if you've been taking them for cataplexy?
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What conditions can cause gelastic cataplexy besides Niemann pick? I have this symptom, but no other signs of npd?
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I have narcolepsy and Cataplexy. is it normal that when my body enters an automatic behavior state, that I begin to see everything in a green color?
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Can cataplexy cause your feet to swell?
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Is it normal to have cataplexy when in withdrawal from ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?
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Is it possible to find a md that will treat my narcolepsy w/o cataplexy for a low price? I'm w/o insurance and the condition is becoming debilitating.
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With cataplexy episode, is loud ringing of the ears common? Is it normal to lose consciousness for a few seconds? Or is that more like actual syncope?
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If I have cataplexy, is it safe for me to become pregnant, what should I do?
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