Narcolepsy

Definition

Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, often with episodes of falling asleep suddenly during the day.

Related terms

Hypersomnia: This is a condition where a person experiences excessive sleepiness during the day or spends an unusually long time sleeping.

Sleep Apnea:

This is another sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, leading to poor quality of sleep and fatigue during the day.

Cataplexy: A sudden loss of muscle tone while awake that leads to feelings of weakness and a loss of voluntary muscle control. It's often associated with narcolepsy.