narcolepsy

[nahr-kuh-lep-see]

noun

Pathology.

1. a condition characterized by frequent and uncontrollable periods of deep sleep.

narcolepsy

/ ˈnɑːkəˌlɛpsɪ /

noun

1. pathol a rare condition characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep

Other Word Forms

• narcoleptic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of narcolepsy¹

First recorded in 1875–80; narco- + (epi)lepsy

Example Sentences

We expect Centessa to be a leader in the field of narcolepsy.

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Kennedy mentioned diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, seizure disorders, ADHD, speech delay, language delay, tics, Tourette syndrome, narcolepsy, peanut allergies and eczema.

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Some volunteers who tried the narcolepsy treatment, sodium oxybate, found it eased their speech in a similar way to drinking alcohol, but without intoxication.

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So, this carp species does not fall into a fainting state, as it is common in narcolepsy and does not require orexin to regulate their sleep-wake cycle.

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He told the Statesman he cares for a number of chronically ill patients, including people with narcolepsy, and wants to continue treating them regardless of what happens to Saltzer.

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