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La Clinique du Sommeil
La Clinique du Sommeil
Narcolepsy
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Narcolepsy

A rare hypersomnia marked by uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep

Narcolepsy is a rare neurological sleep disorder that manifests as excessive daytime sleepiness and irresistible sleep attacks, sometimes associated with cataplexy (a sudden loss of muscle tone triggered by an emotion). Its diagnosis is based on a sleep recording (polysomnography) followed by the Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT). At the Sleep Clinic in Yutz, near Thionville, we carry out this specialized assessment and provide personalized follow-up.

Key figures

Narcolepsy affects about 0.02 to 0.05% of the population
It most often begins in adolescence or young adulthood
The diagnosis is often made several years late
An appropriate diagnosis and follow-up markedly improve quality of life

Symptoms

Excessive, daily daytime sleepiness
Irresistible sleep attacks, even during active tasks
Cataplexy: sudden loss of muscle tone during an emotion
Sleep paralysis when falling asleep or waking up
Hallucinations when falling asleep (hypnagogic)
Fragmented nighttime sleep despite the sleepiness

Treatments

1
Behavioral measures: short scheduled naps, a regular sleep schedule
2
Wake-promoting treatments on specialist prescription
3
Specific management of cataplexy
4
Suitable school or workplace accommodations
5
Regular follow-up by a sleep physician

When to consult ?

If you experience severe daily sleepiness, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep, or episodes of muscle weakness triggered by emotion. A specialized assessment at the Yutz sleep center, accessible from Thionville, Metz and Luxembourg, makes it possible to establish the diagnosis.

Book an appointment

The clinic is based in Yutz. Depending on where you travel from, access and coverage work slightly differently.

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