Primary hypersomnia
Primary Hypersomnia
Primary Hypersomnia (pronunciation: pri·ma·ry hy·per·som·nia) is a sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) in which an individual has difficulty staying awake during the day, even after a long and uninterrupted night's sleep. The term "primary" indicates that the condition is not caused by other medical or psychiatric conditions, nor is it related to substance misuse.
Etymology
The term "Primary Hypersomnia" is derived from three words: "Primary", from the Latin word 'primarius' meaning 'of the first rank'; "Hyper", a prefix from Greek origin meaning 'over or excessive'; and "Somnia", from the Latin word 'somnus' meaning 'sleep'. Thus, the term essentially refers to excessive sleep of the first rank or primary importance.
Symptoms
The main symptom of Primary Hypersomnia is excessive daytime sleepiness, despite getting enough sleep at night. Other symptoms may include difficulty waking up from sleep, not feeling refreshed after sleep, and having trouble concentrating or remembering things.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Primary Hypersomnia is typically made by a sleep specialist after a thorough medical history and physical examination. The specialist may also use tools such as the Epworth Sleepiness Scale, Polysomnography, and the Multiple Sleep Latency Test to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment for Primary Hypersomnia often involves the use of stimulant medications to help the individual stay awake during the day. Behavioral strategies, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule and avoiding alcohol and caffeine, may also be recommended.
Related Terms
- Sleep disorder
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Epworth Sleepiness Scale
- Polysomnography
- Multiple Sleep Latency Test
- Stimulant medications
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Primary hypersomnia
- Wikipedia's article - Primary hypersomnia
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