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Selects: How Narcolepsy Works

Aug 22, 2026 · 52m
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  • Narcolepsy causes sudden sleep attacks, not just random falling asleep.
  • The disorder is linked to a loss of hypocretin-producing neurons.
  • Future treatments may involve replacing lost hypocretin or stimulating its receptors.

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