Idiopathic hypersomnia

Idiopathic hypersomnia
Definition
Idiopathic hypersomnia is excessive sleeping (hypersomnia) without an obvious cause.

Idiopathic hypersomnia
Alternate Names : Hypersomnia - idiopathic, Drowsiness - idiopathic, Somnolence - idiopathic
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Idiopathic hypersomnia is excessive sleeping (hypersomnia) without obvious cause.

Idiopathic hypersomnia is a sleep disorder in which you're excessively tired during the day, either with or without a long sleep time.
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Idiopathic hypersomnia
Idiopathic hypersomnia is one type of sleeping disorder. It is an uncommon ailment but can be a serious case problem for those suffering from the condition. It is characterized by excessive sleep and daytime sleepiness.

Idiopathic hypersomnia, not caused by an identifiable disease, may be treated with stimulants to help the person stay awake during the day. Hypersomnia with underlying causes tends to be treated through treating the underlying condition.

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The MSLT is used to assess daytime sleepiness. It helps establish a diagnosis of narcolepsy and to objectively quantify sleepiness that is either associated with OSA or idiopathic hypersomnia or is due to chronic sleep loss.

Idiopathic hypersomnia - this sleep disorder is characterised by excessive night-time sleeping and the need for naps during the day. Unlike narcolepsy, it doesn't include cataplexy or sleep paralysis.
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See also: Sleep disorder, Sleep Disorders, Narcolepsy, Anxiety, Sleep apnea