Co-Morbidities Associated with Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a life-long sleep disorder that affects the brain’s ability to control sleep-wake cycles. With a prevalence of approximately 1 in 2000 individuals, a speedy diagnosis is typically rare. Oftentimes, individuals with narcolepsy also have other co-occurring medical conditions which can make a proper diagnosis difficult. Narcolepsy presents unique challenges that negatively affect various facets of a person’s life. Even when an individual is optimally treated for the narcolepsy symptoms, other health, social, academic, and/or work-related issues may still be present. Attention to these potential co-morbidities associated with narcolepsy is essential to the comprehensive treatment and management plans.

1: High Blood Pressure

2: High Cholesterol

3: Diabetes

4: Cardiovascular Disease

5: Chronic Pain

6: Weight Gain

7: Precocious Puberty

8: Psychiatric/ Mental Health Disorders

9: Eating Disorders

10: Cognitive Deficits