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Fill in the blank: My most frustrating narcolepsy symptom is _____.

From excessive daytime sleepiness to vivid dreams, what is your most frustrating symptom of narcolepsy? Share in the comments below!

  1. Excessive daytime sleepiness is my worse enemy...ugh...the struggle is real

    1. Insomnia is a cruel joke. Especially when you mention it to somebody who knows you have narcolepsy.
      Can't sleep at night. Can sleep during the day.....

      1. Hi (Love your username!). I see you are new here. Welcome to the community! That is a perfect definition of narcolepsy. Have you been diagnosed long? Has treatment helped? Best wishes. - Lori (Team Member)

    2. People not understanding an impossible social life

      1. We hear you! It's can be difficult for people to understand what they can't see. Are those closest to you supportive and understanding? - Lori (Team Member)

    3. Excessive daytime sleepiness and not wanting to do anything. I literally have no ambition to do anything, even clean my house.

      1. ohhh yes, i forgot about the brain fog. I can't remember anything!

      2. Hi . Is there anything that helps you on those days? It must make life awfully difficult. Warmly, Lori (Team Member)

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