Abstract |
A case of Kleine-Levin syndrome in an older man is described, with a review of the literature. An important point is emphasized in our case in which the patient reacted unfavorably to Ritalin, becoming sexually aroused, although his hypersomnia improved. A possibly different mechanism in hypersomnia and hypersexuality is speculated.
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Authors | R Yassa, N P Nair |
Journal | The Journal of clinical psychiatry
(J Clin Psychiatry)
Vol. 39
Issue 3
Pg. 254-9
(Mar 1978)
ISSN: 0160-6689 [Print] United States |
PMID | 273020
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adult
- Disorders of Excessive Somnolence
(diagnosis, drug therapy, etiology)
- Feeding and Eating Disorders
(diagnosis, etiology)
- Humans
- Hypothalamus
(physiopathology)
- Male
- Mental Disorders
(diagnosis, etiology)
- Methylphenidate
(adverse effects, therapeutic use)
- Paraphilic Disorders
(diagnosis, etiology)
- Psychophysiologic Disorders
- Sleep Wake Disorders
(diagnosis)
- Syndrome
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