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Meaning of "narcolepsy" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF NARCOLEPSY

narcolepsy  [ˈnɑːkəˌlɛpsɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF NARCOLEPSY

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Narcolepsy is a noun.
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WHAT DOES NARCOLEPSY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy /ˈnɑrkəˌlɛpsi/, also known as hypnolepsy, is a chronic neurological disorder caused by autoimmune destruction of hypocretin-producing neurons inhibiting the brain's ability to regulate sleep-wake cycles normally. People with narcolepsy experience frequent excessive daytime sleepiness, comparable to how non-narcoleptics feel after 24 to 48 hours of sleep deprivation, as well as disturbed nocturnal sleep which often is confused with insomnia. Narcoleptics generally experience the REM stage of sleep within 5 minutes of falling sleep, while non-narcoleptics do not experience REM in the first hour or so of a sleep cycle until after a period of slow-wave sleep unless they are significantly sleep deprived. Another common symptom of narcolepsy is cataplexy, a sudden and transient episode of muscle weakness accompanied by full conscious awareness, typically triggered by emotions such as laughing, crying, terror, etc. affecting roughly 70% of people who have narcolepsy,.

Definition of narcolepsy in the English dictionary

The definition of narcolepsy in the dictionary is a rare condition characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH NARCOLEPSY


acatalepsy
eɪˈkætəˌlɛpsɪ
antiepilepsy
ˌæntɪˈɛpɪlɛpsɪ
autopsy
ˈɔːtəpsɪ
biopsy
ˈbaɪɒpsɪ
catalepsy
ˈkætəˌlɛpsɪ
Dempsey
ˈdɛmpsɪ
dyspepsy
dɪsˈpɛpsɪ
epilepsy
ˈɛpɪˌlɛpsɪ
eupepsy
juːˈpɛpsɪ
Gipsy
ˈdʒɪpsɪ
Gypsy
ˈdʒɪpsɪ
lithotripsy
ˈlɪθəʊˌtrɪpsɪ
mopsy
ˈmɒpsɪ
necropsy
ˈnɛkrɒpsɪ
nympholepsy
ˈnɪmfəˌlɛpsɪ
parablepsy
ˈpærəˌblɛpsɪ
popsy
ˈpɒpsɪ
tipsy
ˈtɪpsɪ
upsee
ˈʌpsɪ
whoopsie
ˈwʊpsɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE NARCOLEPSY

narco-state
narcoanalysis
narcocatharsis
narcohypnosis
narcoleptic
narcoma
narcosis
narcosynthesis
narcoterrorism
narcoterrorist
narcotic
narcotically
narcotics agent
Narcotics Anonymous
narcotics charge
Narcotics Squad
narcotine
narcotisation
narcotise
narcotism

WORDS THAT END LIKE NARCOLEPSY

apepsy
busy
classy
controversy
copsy
courtesy
daisy
dimpsy
easy
embassy
fantasy
glossy
limpsy
Malagasy
messy
noisy
pussy
Roma gypsy
slimpsy
sy

Synonyms and antonyms of narcolepsy in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «narcolepsy» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF NARCOLEPSY

Find out the translation of narcolepsy to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of narcolepsy from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «narcolepsy» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

发作性睡病
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

narcolepsia
570 millions of speakers

English

narcolepsy
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

narcolepsy
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الخدار
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

нарколепсия
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

narcolepsia
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

যে অসুখে রোগী মাঝেমাঝেই আচ্ছন্ন হয়ে পড়ে
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

narcolepsie
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Narcolepsy
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Narkolepsie
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ナルコレプシー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

기면증
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Narcolepsy
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chứng ngủ rũ
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

துயில் மயக்க நோய்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

नारकोलेप्सी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

narkolepsi
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

narcolessia
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

narkolepsja
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

нарколепсия
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

narcolepsie
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ναρκοληψία
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

narkolepsie
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

narkolepsi
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

narkolepsi
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of narcolepsy

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «NARCOLEPSY»

The term «narcolepsy» is regularly used and occupies the 69.923 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «NARCOLEPSY» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about narcolepsy

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «NARCOLEPSY»

Discover the use of narcolepsy in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to narcolepsy and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Narcolepsy: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The text focuses on the pathophysiology of the problem but also provides critical, up-to-date insights on the key clinical issues.
Christian R. Baumann, Claudio L. Bassetti, Thomas E. Scammell, 2011
2
Narcolepsy: A Funny Disorder That's No Laughing Matter
M. J. Utley is on the Board of Trustees for Narcolepsy Network, Inc. & serves as the editor of their newsletter. What doctors in Sleep Medicine have to say about the book: "This book fills a yawning gap. It is warm & wise.
Marguerite J. Utley, 1995
3
Narcolepsy: A Clinical Guide
This interdisciplinary volume brings together many of the world s leading clinicians and researchers to discuss current and anticipated developments in the understanding of narcolepsy.
Meeta Goswami, S. R. Pandi-Perumal, Michael J. Thorpy, 2010
4
Psychosocial Aspects of Narcolepsy
This groundbreaking book focuses on the impact narcolepsy has on a person's day-to-day life. It addresses the diagnosis, treatment, and management of narcolepsy with particular emphasis on psychological and social aspects of care.
Meeta Goswami, Charles P. Pollak, Felissa L. Cohen, 1996
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Fundamentals of Sleep Technology
The ICSD-2 states that the minimum diagnostic criteria for Narcolepsy with Cataplexy must include the following conditions: a complaint of excessive daytime sleepiness occurring almost daily for at least three months, a definite history of ...
Nic Butkov, Teofilo L. Lee-Chiong, 2007
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HLA in Narcolepsy
Finally, the book considers the rapidly advancing research into HLA and DNA and the potential significance of these findings to the development of DNA diagnosis of narcolepsy.
Yutaka Honda, Takeo Juji, 2011
7
Prescription for Nutritional Healing
NARCOLEPSY Narcolepsy is a rare neurological disorder that is estimated to affect as many as 200,000 Americans, however, fewer than 50,000 have actually been diagnosed with the condition. There are four classic symptoms that define ...
Phyllis A. Balch, 2006
8
Narcolepsy: Max Pam - Robert Cook
The book functions as a groundbreaking exemplar for how research can occur in a fully creative arena and capacity. This work is new take on writing and photography and what kind of narrative/creative possibilities they deliver.
Robert Cook, 2012
9
Principles of Orthomolecularism
NARCOLEPSY Narcolepsy-cataplexy is a disabling neurological disorder that affects 1:2000 individuals. Narcolepsy-cataplexy with hypocretin deficiency is agenuine disease entity. Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterised ...
R. A. S. Hemat, 2003
10
Clinical Neurology for Psychiatrists
narcolepsy. In other words, only 10% of narcolepsy patients display the full narcoleptic tetrad. Sleep paralysis and sleep hallucinations may be present on awakening (hypnopompic) or while falling asleep (hypnagogic). In sleep paralysis ...
David Myland Kaufman, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «NARCOLEPSY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term narcolepsy is used in the context of the following news items.
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Sleep disorder may have caused Snoqualmie crashes Saturday
After colliding with two other vehicles and a light pole Saturday morning, this car, driven by a man who told police he had narcolepsy, came to ... «Snoqualmie Valley Record, Jul 15»
2
Larry Wilmore demolishes the KKK & Bill Cosby in one fell swoop
This is the worst booking error since Cosby was tapped to give the keynote address at the spring narcolepsy convention.” advertisement ... «Salon, Jul 15»
3
What adderall does to your brain
These days, it's used to treat ADHD, obesity and narcolepsy, though recently, a new formulation of amphetamine, dubbed Vyvanse, has been ... «Fusion, Jul 15»
4
Pro Gaming League, ESL, to Begin Drug Testing Players
... to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Recreationally, it is used as a cognitive and performance enhancer. «Twinfinite, Jul 15»
5
Dr. Duane's new service dog on her way to her new home!
Viewers helped to raise thousands of dollars to help get the service dog. Dr. Duane needs the dog to help him with a severe case of narcolepsy ... «wtkr.com, Jul 15»
6
Play of the Day: Lindsey Graham Should Probably Change His …
The Nightly Show's Larry Wilmore joked about the bookings, comparing it to booking Bill Cosby at a narcolepsy convention. During a speech ... «GovExec.com, Jul 15»
7
Larry Wilmore mocks Confederate flag-waving KKK member: 'I …
This is the worst booking error since Cosby was tapped to give the keynote address at the spring narcolepsy convention.” He played portions of ... «Raw Story, Jul 15»
8
Immune response to a flu vaccine yields new insights into narcolepsy
An international team of researchers has found some of the first solid evidence that narcolepsy may be a so-called "hit-and-run" autoimmune ... «ProHealth, Jul 15»
9
Woman who developed narcolepsy after swine flu jab had 'no …
Emma Sutton, sister of Katie Clack, said narcolepsy turned Katie's life into a terrible struggle. Photograph: David Sillitoe for the Guardian. «The Guardian, Jul 15»
10
Narcolepsy Symptoms Increase Risk of Falls in Seniors
Excessive daytime sleepiness is likely a major contributing factor to falls experienced by older adults, according to a study published in BMC ... «Psychiatry Advisor, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Narcolepsy [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/narcolepsy>. Apr 2024 ».
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