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Tuberous Sclerosis Learning Center

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Tuberous sclerosis is a group of two genetic disorders that affect the skin, brain/nervous system, kidneys, and heart, and cause tumors to grow. The diseases are named after a tuber- or root-shaped growth in the brain.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Skin symptoms include: Caf-au-lait spots; Red patches on the face containing many blood vessels (adenoma sebaceum; Ra...
Causes
Tuberous sclerosis is inherited. Changes (mutations) in two genes, TSC1 and TSC2, are responsible for the condition. ...
Tests
Signs may include: Abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia; Calcium deposits in the brain; Non-cancerous "tubers" in the br...
Treatments
There is no specific treatment for tuberous sclerosis. Because the disease can differ from person to person, treatmen...
Alternative Therapies
For additional information and resources, contact the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance at 800-225-6872.
Risk Factors
  • No Known Risk Factors
Complications
Brain tumors (astrocytoma; Heart tumors (rhabdomyoma; Severe mental retardation; Uncontrollable seizures.
Prevention
Genetic counseling is recommended for prospective parents with a family history of tuberous sclerosis. Prenatal diagn...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: Either side of your family has a history of tuberous sclerosis; You notice symptom...

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