Cataplexy versus Pseudoseizure : A Case Study
Cataplexy is frequently misdiagnosed as pseudo seizures. This case study about a young patient shows the necessary steps needed to accurately diagnose and treat cataplexy as well as understand the differences between narcolepsy Type I and Type II.
Main Authors: | Sammar Atassi, Katherine Atassi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Marshall University
2020-10-01
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Series: | Marshall Journal of Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://mds.marshall.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1268&context=mjm |
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