Cataplexy

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Outline

Background 

Collapse folllowing excessive emotion

Diagnosis

Diagnostic criteria: 

History:

Examination:

Ix

Differentials

• Narcolepsy : sudden attacks of sleep during day causing loss of consciousness (LOC) and collapse

• Vasovagal syncope: LOC from cerebral hypoperfusion associated with standing for long periods of time/ dehydration

Management

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Created in 2024.