Idiopathic hypersomnia (Hypersomnia - idiopathic, Drowsiness - idiopathic, Somnolence

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Idiopathic hypersomnia

Alternate Names : Hypersomnia - idiopathic, Drowsiness - idiopathic, Somnolence - idiopathic

Definition

Idiopathic hypersomnia is excessive sleeping (hypersomnia) without an 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).

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

The usual approach is to consider other potential causes of excessive daytime sleepiness.

Other sleep disorders that may cause daytime sleepiness include:

Other causes of excessive sleepiness include:

Atypical depression
Certain medications
Drug and alcohol use
Low thyroid function (hypothyroidism)
Previous head injury

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Review Date : 5/11/2009
Reviewed By : Andrew Schriber, MD, FCCP. Specialist in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, Virtua Memorial Hospital, Mount Holly, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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