Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Narcolepsy: A Coincidental Relationship?
Journal Title: Journal of Sleep Disorders and Management - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
A relationship between Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and narcolepsy has not been well examined. Both disorders share common comorbidities including obesity, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). However, it is not clear if these two disorders sporadically coexist or are commonly occurring and missed. Low or deficient hypocretin level as well as other hormonal abnormalities might explain this association. Authors present one case presentation supported by three other published cases and literature review about this comorbidity.
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