VCUHS Sleep Disorders Center Located in Richmond, Virginia. Information on apnea, narcolepsy, insomnia, RLS, and links to other sites. http://www.vcu.edu/sleepwell
Narcolepsy - MayoClinic.com narcolepsy causes overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep.Once diagnosed, narcolepsy can be managed. http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00345
Narcolepsy - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia The main characteristic of narcolepsy is overwhelming excessive daytime In most cases, the first symptom of narcolepsy to appear is excessive and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narcolepsy
Extractions: You did it! Over US$240,000 was donated in the 21 day fund drive. Thank you for your generosity! You are still welcome to make a donation or purchase Wikimedia merchandise Narcolepsy is a neurological condition characterized by severe fatigue, irresistible episodes of sleep and general sleep disorder . It is a kind of dyssomnia edit The main characteristic of narcolepsy is overwhelming excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), even after adequate nighttime sleep. A person with narcolepsy is likely to become drowsy or to fall asleep, often at inappropriate times and places. Daytime sleep attacks may occur with or without warning and may be irresistible. These attacks can occur repeatedly in a single day. Drowsiness may persist for prolonged periods of time. In addition, nighttime sleep may be fragmented with frequent wakenings. Three other classic symptoms of narcolepsy, which may not occur in all patients, are: Cataplexy : sudden episodes of loss of muscle function, ranging from slight weakness (such as limpness at the neck or knees, sagging facial muscles, or inability to speak clearly) to complete body collapse. Attacks may be triggered by sudden emotional reactions such as
Extractions: You've come to the right place. The Sleep Disorders Center at Trinitas Hospital has been designed with both you and your loved one in mind. We'll ask you questions, arrange an appointment and conduct tests that help you determine exactly what is affecting your loved one and keeping you up at night. Whether it's sleep apnea narcolepsy restless legs syndrome insomnia or a problem like gastroesophegeal reflux, we'll get to the source of the problem and help you help your loved one quickly, with compassion and professionalism.
The Best Is Yet.net: Narcolepsy In Our Family Virginia Ramage Smith describes the experience of narcolepsy in a family member. http://www.thebestisyet.net/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/pando19/start.cgi/viewfrom11.htm
Extractions: Find Great Senior Housing Instant Download! Like most of us, Virginia Ramage Smith has opinions, and she's not shy about sharing them. Unlike most of us, she is chairman of a corporate board and a full-time caregiver for her husband, a victim of Alzheimer's disease. She shares her opinions and experiences weekly in this column. Read more of her articles in our VRS section.
Extractions: SEARCH: For: Dachshunds, Doberman Pinschers, and Labrador Retrievers An article by Mary M. Woodsen tells the story of how this test was developed. The article follows below, after the information on testing. Reliable identification of dogs that do not carry disease genes is the key to controlling autosomal recessive diseases. The OptiGen NARC test enables 100% accurate identification of these dogs. Called "genetically clear," "noncarriers" or, more formally, " homozygous normals," such dogs can pass only the normal gene on to all their pups-which means that none of their pups can ever be affected with narcolepsy. These "clear" dogs can be bred to any mate, even to a narcolepsy-affected dog which may be a desirable breeding prospect for other reasons. Homozygous means both copies of the gene in your dog are the SAME - both normal or both NARC. A carrier has one normal and one NARC gene. Because the OptiGen NARC test is a mutation-based gene test, it accurately and specifically identifies normal dogs, carriers (heterozygous dogs) and affecteds. Possible test results are listed in the table below. Possible results using the OptiGen NARC test N= Normal (Clear) Homozygous for normal gene, so will never develop the disease
The Florida Narcolepsy Association The Florida narcolepsy Association 2631 59th Street Sarasota, Fl 34243. Welcome!The Florida narcolepsy Association is a collective of people that helps http://www.flnarcolepsy.org/
Sleep Medicine Northwest Sleep medicine clinic and laboratory in Seattle treating all types of sleep disorders, including fatigue, sleepiness, insomnia, apnea, snoring, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome. http://www.sleepnw.com
Sleepnet.com's Narcolepsy Forum1 Everything you wanted to know about sleep disorders but were too tired to ask.Very active Sleep Forums. SleepNet links to over 200 sites. http://www.sleepnet.com/narco/narco.html
Extractions: Please read the following information. IMPORTANT : Information not intended as medical advice. If you suspect that you have a sleep disorder you should seek care from a qualified professional. Treatment should monitored by a physician. Read Terms of Use Sleepnet.com does not allow the use of the Sleep Forum for commercial purposes. Commercial products and services are not endorsed. Sleep Forum Search - Searches are recommended! Your question may already be answered. Goals of Forum: Viewing only. To post new message go to the Narcolepsy Forums Homepage Re: Driving - george T Re: Driving - Ann Re: Driving - maryanne Re: Driving - Barbara Donnelly Re: Driving - Michael AG Re: Driving - trent Narcolepsia en EspaƱol - Xavier Provigil and Woman - Ann Re: Provigil and Woman - Ann Re: Provigil and Woman - Tammy Re: Provigil and Woman - Marjorie Pang
Sleepnet.com's Narcolepsy Homepage Everything you wanted to know about sleep disorders but were too tired to ask.Open Sleep Forum. SleepNet links to over 200 sites. http://www.sleepnet.com/narcolepsy2000.html
Extractions: IMPORTANT : Information not intended as medical advice. If you suspect that you have a sleep disorder you should seek care from a qualified professional. Read Terms of Use Sleep Forum FAQs The Sleep Forums are not to be used for commercial purposes. Commercial products and services are not endorsed by Sleepnet.com. Sleep Related Breathing Disorders are most common and can present as insomnia, narcolepsy, or idiopathic hypersomnia. In infants and children sleep problems commonly present themselves as ADD or ADHD.
American Sleep Association Professional sleep organization focusing on sleep apnea, snoring, insomnia, and narcolepsy. Aims to improve sleep health around the world by educating health care providers and increasing public awareness about sleep health and sleeping disorders. http://www.americansleepassociation.org
Extractions: American Sleep Association The American Sleep Association is the first organization to link all people interested in sleep health and sleep disorders around the continent. The goal of the association is to be a complete source for sleep information and communication for all people interested in sleep and sleep disorders. The American Sleep Association aims to improve sleep health around the country by educating health care providers and increasing public awareness about sleep health and sleeping disorders. Research Updates Sleep in the news More News Search Media Computers Shareware Usenet Health Politics Employment Sports Kids Education Business Sciences Entertainment The Web
Extractions: var externalLinkWarning = "The link you have selected will take you to a site outside Merck and The Merck Manuals.*n*nThe Merck Manuals do not review or control the content of any non-Merck site. The Merck Manuals do not endorse and are not responsible for the accuracy, content, practices, or standards of any non-Merck sources."; Search The Second Home Edition , Online Version Search Index A B C D ... Z Sections Accidents and Injuries Blood Disorders Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders Brain, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Disorders ... Women's Health Issues Resources Anatomical Drawings Multimedia Pronunciations Weights and Measures ... , Online Version Section Brain, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Disorders Chapter Sleep Disorders Topics Introduction Hypersomnia Insomnia Narcolepsy Parasomnias Sleep Apnea Syndromes Sleep Disorders in Dementia Narcolepsy Buy The Book Print This Topic Email This Topic Pronunciations apnea dementia electroencephalography encephalography ... parasomnias Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder marked by recurring, uncontrollable episodes of sleep during normal waking hours, as well as by sudden episodes of muscle weakness (cataplexy), sleep paralysis, and hallucinations. Narcolepsy occurs in about 1 of 200,000 people. The disorder tends to run in families, but its cause is unknown. Although narcolepsy has no serious medical consequences, it can be disabling and may increase the risk of motor vehicle and other accidents.
OUR EXPERIENCES WITH NARCOLEPSY - Index Offers stories about experiences with symptoms, doctors, medicines and everyday life. http://www.cataplexic.com/narcolepsy2.html
Extractions: This site is yours just as much as it is mine and I appreciate every contribution that you make. Anytime you have anything to add, just let me know...my email box is below. Again, thanks and bless you all. - Melody Be sure and visit the Narcolepsy Message Board and Help Forum Ask/answer questions of other narcoleptics. OUR EXPERIENCES WITH NARCOLEPSY Main Page UPDATED 06-30-05 Hi, my name is Melody and I have narcolepsy. This section is for fellow narcoleptics and their families to share their stories. If you have a story you would like to share with other narcoleptics...feel free to send it to me at: Please specify it is for the "Our Experiences" page and let me know if you want your email address published as well (I will post it in such a way that scanners for email addresses will not be able to pick it up). Narcolepsy is a lonely disorder...we all know that... and it is always nice to find out that we are not alone. Index for "Our Experiences"
Ohio Sleep Medicine Institute Ohio Sleep Clinic with many helpful links and a lot of information for sufferers of Restless Legs Syndrome, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Sleep Apnea, narcolepsy and other sleep disorders. http://www.sleepohio.com/
Narcolepsy: A Dave McKean Retrospective Official site of the first exhibition of McKean on the European continent.Extensive listings of his work comic books, illustrations, CDcovers, movies, http://mckean.beeldbeeld.be/uk/
Extractions: A few years ago, the opening line in a catalogue of a small McKean-exhibition in Barcelona block lettered: " Dave McKean es un volca " - " Dave McKean, a volcano ". His production is indeed so powerful and unique, relating to volume, but also with regard to quality and diversity. McKean never stops, evolves continuously, renews and surprises always, pushing back the borders with light-years in every field he explores. Whereas he functioned as the guru of the Photoshop-generation for the graphic arts during the 90ties, he accomplishes this role in the universe of digital animation today. Accordingly, he works now on 4 movie projects, including a movie adaptation of " Signal To Noise ", and " Mirror mask ", a movie for the Jim Henson Company . Meanwhile, one seems to forget that he still remains 1 of the top draftsmen of his generation; as well as a gifted narrator, who wrote with " Cages " 1 of the most ambitious and complete novels in the comic book history.
Extractions: Overview Narcolepsy affects an estimated 25 in every 100,000 people in the United States. This sleep disorder is primarily characterized by intermittent, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep during the daytime. Three additional symptoms are typically associated with narcolepsy: cataplexy (short-lived intermittent muscle weakness), hypnogogic and hypnopompic hallucinations (hallucinations while falling asleep or waking), and sleep paralysis (paralysis while falling asleep or waking). Narcolepsy usually begins when a person is in their teens or early twenties. Stimulants and antidepressants are used to treat narcolepsy and subsequent cataplexy. Although it has been linked with blood pressure management and depression, the genesis of narcolepsy is unknown. However, recent advances in narcolepsy study suggest the possibility of a cure. Incidence Narcolepsy usually begins in the teens or early twenties (10 to 20 years old), but this varies; both young children and the elderly experience sleep attacks as well. Approximately 125,000 people in the United States alone suffer from this disorder, with an equal incidence among both women and men. Excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep onset are the hallmarks of narcolepsy. Whether narcolepsy is a life-long disorder or not is controversial. Some evidence suggests that it is, while other studies have shown that symptoms fade in older age.
Narcolepsy narcolepsy is a chronic, neurological sleep disorder with no known cause. narcolepsy is a genetic disorder, but what causes narcolepsy is not yet known. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_respire/narcolep.cfm
Extractions: [ Skip Navigation ] Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health Search This Site Narcolepsy is a chronic, neurological sleep disorder with no known cause. It involves the body's central nervous system. Narcolepsy is a genetic disorder, but what causes narcolepsy is not yet known. The main characteristic of narcolepsy is excessive and overwhelming daytime sleepiness, even after adequate nighttime sleep. A person with narcolepsy is likely to become drowsy or to fall asleep at inappropriate times and places, and sleep attacks may occur with or without warning.
Center For Narcolepsy - Stanford University School Of Medicine Includes information on treatment, pointers to latest research and publications, their current research and information on the basic mechanisms of narcolepsy. http://med-www.stanford.edu/school/Psychiatry/narcolepsy/
Extractions: School of Medicine Home Departments Center for Narcolepsy Center for Narcolepsy Home Contact Info Research Update History ... Kleine-Levin Syndrome Center for Narcolepsy Narcolepsy is a serious medical disorder and a key to understanding other sleep disorders. Narcolepsy is a disabling illness affecting more than 1 in 2,000 Americans. Most individuals with the disorder are not diagnosed and are thus not treated. The disease is principally characterized by a permanent and overwhelming feeling of sleepiness and fatigue. Other symptoms involve abnormalities of dreaming sleep, such as dream-like hallucinations and finding oneself physically weak or paralyzed for a few seconds (see Symptoms Founded in the early 1970s by Dr. William Dement, the Stanford University Sleep Clinic was the first medical clinic ever established to specialize in sleep disorders. The clinic diagnoses and treats patients who have difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep at night, problems with excessive daytime sleepiness or other medical problems occurring during sleep. The Stanford Center for Narcolepsy was established in the 1980s as part of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Today, it is the world leader in narcolepsy research with more than 100 articles on narcolepsy to its name. The Stanford Center for Narcolepsy was the