Can excessive yawning be a sign of a sleep disorder other than narcolepsy?

Oct 24, 2012 ... It seems that absence of yawning bouts in a sleepy patient may predict the presence of sleep apnea syndrome as a cause of the excessive daytime sleepiness. We conclude that excessive yawning can be a presenting symptom of an acute brain stem lesion and should not be overlooked. Abstract. Background: Pathological yawning is a compulsive, frequent, repetitive yawning triggered by a specific reason besides fatigue or boredom. It may be ... ... causes” related to abnormal yawning in these patients. To the ... Keywords: yawning, stroke, brain temperature, thermoregulation, excessive yawning. Mar 27, 2017 ... Excessive yawning can be associated with heart disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, liver failure or hypothyroidism as the body starts sending ... Excessive yawning is seen in some individuals experiencing anxiety. It is thought to be a result of hyperventilation or rapid breathing, a common anxiety ... ... symptoms. The causes of cognitive dysfunction are similar to those of fatigue. In those with lupus they can include any sort of disease affecting the ... What Causes Excessive Yawning in Babies? If your baby yawns frequently or excessively, it could be a sign that he is sleepy, tired, or bored. And if he yawns ... May 21, 2018 ... ... cause for the excessive daytime sleepiness with a sensitivity of 83% and a specificity of 86%. The reason is unclear, however it can be ... Yawning more than once a minute could signify a serious medical condition, such as chronic sleep deprivation resulting from insomnia or sleep apnea.