Narcolepsy mostly begins in adolescence. But the way it presents and the way it’s recognized could also be totally different from an grownup presentation. In this podcast, we talk about narcolepsy and its administration in childhood and adolescence.
0:00 Introduction
0:38 Narcolepsy in Children: Early Symptoms
1:26 Pediatric vs Adult Cataplexy
4:04 Sleepiness in Kids & ADHD-like Signs
5:00 Diagnostic Delay & Challenges
7:04 Pediatric MSLT Considerations
9:48 Repeat Testing & Disease Evolution
11:39 School, Safety & College Accommodations
16:01 Treatment Options
18:21 Final Takeaways & Closing
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