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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Causes Of Hypersomnia

Health Encyclopedia: Idiopathic Hypersomnia

Definition

Idiopathic hypersomnia is excessive sleeping (hypersomnia) without obvious cause. It is different from narcolepsy in that idiopathic hypersomnia does not involve suddenly falling asleep or losing muscle control associated with strong emotions (cataplexy).


Alternative Names

Hypersomnia - idiopathic


Causes, incidence, and risk factors


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Health Guide

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