Cataplexy

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Is a:

Disease or Syndrome

Definition:

A condition characterized by transient weakness or paralysis of somatic musculature triggered by an emotional stimulus or physical exertion. Cataplexy is frequently associated with narcolepsy. During a cataplectic attack, there is a marked reduction in muscle tone similar to the normal physiologic hypotonia that accompanies rapid eye movement sleep (sleep, rem). (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p396)

Synonyms:

Henneberg Syndrome
Status Cataplexicus
Syndrome, Henneberg
Syndrome, Tonelessness
Syndromes, Tonelessness
Tonelessness Syndrome
Tonelessness Syndromes

Broader Topics:

Narcolepsy

Narrower Topics:

None

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