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Suggest Remedies For Narcolepsy And Cataplexy
Question: How would an electroencephalogram (EEG) look like during the sleep condition of patient with narcolepsy and cataplexy?
What sleep state do symptoms of narcolepsy and cataplexy resemble?
What type of treatments (physical or chemical) would you prescribe for patient with narcolepsy and cataplexy?
What sleep state do symptoms of narcolepsy and cataplexy resemble?
What type of treatments (physical or chemical) would you prescribe for patient with narcolepsy and cataplexy?
Brief Answer:
Antidepressants, stimulants.
Detailed Answer:
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EEG done during polysomnography of the patients with narcolepsy and cataplexy resembles the drowsy state associated with rapid eyes movements ( REM ), and sleep paralysis with hallucinations in the onset REM period.
During a cataplectic period low voltage alpha rhythm is observed.
Treatment consists on drugs such stimulants ( modafinil ), antidepressants ( fluoxetine ), venlafaxine, imipramine, and xyrem for cataplexy.
Hope I helped you.
Take care.
Antidepressants, stimulants.
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
EEG done during polysomnography of the patients with narcolepsy and cataplexy resembles the drowsy state associated with rapid eyes movements ( REM ), and sleep paralysis with hallucinations in the onset REM period.
During a cataplectic period low voltage alpha rhythm is observed.
Treatment consists on drugs such stimulants ( modafinil ), antidepressants ( fluoxetine ), venlafaxine, imipramine, and xyrem for cataplexy.
Hope I helped you.
Take care.
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