Neurology

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.

New therapies for narcolepsy are being investigated to not only manage symptoms but potentially modify the disease itself, offering hope for better outcomes.

Orexin, also known as hypocretin, is a chemical in the brain that helps keep us awake. People with narcolepsy often have low levels of orexin, which makes them feel very sleepy during the day.

New narcolepsy medications are being studied for safety, but concerns include side effects like narcolepsy-like symptoms and the need for long-term monitoring.

Narcolepsy is often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed because its symptoms can be mistaken for other conditions and it lacks clear, visible signs like cataplexy.

Flavanols, found in foods like cocoa, may help with focus and attention, but more research is needed to understand their effects fully.

Flavanols, found in cocoa, may help improve brain function and memory, especially in older adults.

Fruits like berries and apples are rich in brain-boosting flavanols, which can help improve cognitive function.

Erythritol may have some effects on brain activity, but more research is needed to understand its impact on cognitive health.