Considerations for the Management of Pediatric Patients with Narcolepsy

Author(s):

Karl Doghramji, MD,Chelsie Monroe, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC

Focusing on the case of a 9-year-old with excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden episodes of muscle weakness, the panel discusses the difficulty in diagnosing pediatric patients with narcolepsy.

EP: 1.Definition of Narcolepsy and Unmet Needs

EP: 2.Pathophysiology of Narcolepsy and the Role of Orexins

EP: 3.Diagnostic Practices for Narcolepsy

EP: 4.Narcolepsy Evaluation, Management, and Treatment Considerations

EP: 5.Clinical Treatment Strategies for a Patient Suffering from EDS and Hypnagogic Hallucinations

EP: 6.Patient-Centered Approach: Adapting Narcolepsy Treatments to Address Adverse Events and Mitigate Misuse Risks

EP: 7.Complex Case of a 23-Year-Old Male College Student Suffering From Narcolepsy Symptoms

EP: 8.Treatment Augmentation in a Patient with Narcolepsy and ADHD

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