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FALLING ASLEEP SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING
HCA UK's experts can help to diagnose and treat a range of sleep disorders, including narcolepsy.. Find out more.
At HCA UK, our team of experts specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of a range of sleep disorders including narcolepsy (a rare long-term brain disorder that results in a person falling asleep suddenly without warning during the day).
Narcolepsy occurs when the brain is unable to properly regulate sleeping and waking patterns. Although it does not cause long-term health problems, it can result in significant impacts on your daily life.
The exact cause of narcolepsy is often unclear, but it is thought to be the result of a lack of a brain chemical called hypocretin, also known as orexin, which regulates wakefulness.The most common symptoms are:
Your GP or consultant will discuss your narcolepsy symptoms with you. Tests they may recommend include:
Treatment options for your sleep disorder depend on the nature of your condition. Your GP or consultant may consider recommending:
Cardiology
Urology
Urology
Cardiology
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.