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Excessive daytime sleepiness: When it could be narcolepsy; causes , treatment options, and lifestyle care

Narcolepsy, a neurological disorder affecting sleep-wake cycles, impacts one in two thousand people, typically between ages 10-30. Characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, it can manifest with or without cataplexy (sudden muscle weakness). While the exact cause is unknown, a link to hypocretin deficiency is noted in Type 1. Management involves medication and lifestyle adjustments for a fulfilling life.