sundowner syndrome

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A state of agitation, confusion, or delirium, especially in elderly patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, which begins daily at nightfall and which is alleviated by daylight

Patients who become easily confused, such as elderly patients with sundowner syndrome or dementia, and patients recovering from drug-related hallucinations may manifest symptoms during flight regardless of the time of day.

sundowner's syndrome
Alternative form of sundowner syndrome
sundowner syndrome
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