Neurology

Dehydration and constipation can contribute to defecation syncope because they may lower blood pressure or strain the body, leading to fainting during bowel movements. See below to understand more.

Lightheadedness while pooping might be defecation syncope, which happens when you faint due to changes in blood flow. Other causes could be related to different health issues, so it's important to talk to a doctor if you're worried. See below to understand more.

People with defecation syncope should consider seeing a neurologist, as this condition may involve issues related to the nervous system. See below to understand more.

Yes, new treatments are being developed for narcolepsy type 2 and idiopathic hypersomnia, focusing on improving wakefulness and managing symptoms better.

Yes, there are medications available to help manage the symptoms of narcolepsy, including excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy.

Some studies suggest that infections like strep throat might trigger narcolepsy, but more research is needed to understand this connection.

New drugs for narcolepsy, like modafinil, can help reduce tiredness and improve thinking skills.

People with narcolepsy can manage their condition with a combination of medications, lifestyle changes, and support from healthcare providers.

Narcolepsy is a rare sleep disorder in the United States, affecting a small number of people.

New treatments for narcolepsy, like selegiline and sodium oxybate, can help improve abnormal REM sleep patterns by reducing disruptions and improving sleep quality.

New orexin agonists for narcolepsy, like danavorexton, target specific brain receptors differently than traditional stimulants, which may offer new benefits and fewer side effects.

Orexin receptor agonists help people with narcolepsy stay awake by activating certain brain receptors that promote wakefulness.

Narcolepsy can make it hard to stay awake, which can be dangerous when doing things like driving or cooking.

Besides excessive sleepiness, common symptoms of narcolepsy include sudden muscle weakness, sleep paralysis, and vivid dreams or hallucinations.

Recent advancements in narcolepsy treatment include a new lower-sodium oxybate formulation and improved medications targeting sleep regulation.

Restless Legs Syndrome in older adults causes uncomfortable feelings in the legs, often described as tingling, crawling, or itching, which are relieved by moving the legs.

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder often caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking brain cells that help control sleep, possibly triggered by genetic factors and infections.

AXS-12, also known as reboxetine, is a medication being studied for treating narcolepsy, showing promise in reducing excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy attacks.

Cataplexy is a sudden loss of muscle control in people with narcolepsy, often triggered by strong emotions like laughter or surprise.

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that makes people very sleepy during the day and can cause sudden sleep attacks, affecting their daily activities and quality of life.