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25 Treatments for Tuberous Sclerosis

18

Tests

2	Medical Procedures

2	Surgical Procedures

3	Prescribed Medications

Overview

Optimal treatment for TSC is dependent upon proper disease management. [read article]

Treatment News for Tuberous Sclerosis

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Tests for Tuberous Sclerosis

1. Computed Tomography (CT) Scan A computerized tomography scan (CT or CAT scan) is a series of cross-sectional X-ray images of your body. CT scans are used to examine your bones and soft tissues f... More
2. MRI A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a noninvasive test that uses magnets and radio waves to create images of the inside of your body. It allows doctors to se... More
3. Ultrasound Scan An ultrasound scan is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from the inside of your body. The technology is similar to that use... More
4. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
5. Neurological Examination A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination . It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves... More
6. Developmental Assessment Test Developmental assessment involves the measure of a child's attainment of physical or cognitive skills that allow continued maturation, learning, and function i... More
7. Skin Examination A skin self-examination is a test you can perform on yourself to check for abnormalities in your skin, such as sores, bumps, or changes in skin color or texture. It... More
8. Cardiac Echo An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to produce live images of your heart, allowing your doctor to monitor how your heart and its valves are functionin... More
9. Electrocardiogram (EKG) An electrocardiogram (also known as an ECG or EKG) is a simple, painless test that measures your heart's electrical activity. Every heartbeat is triggered by a... More
10. Electroencephalogram (EEG) An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test used to evaluate the electrical activity in the brain. Brain cells communicate with each other through electrical impulses, ... More
11. Ophthalmoscopy Ophthalmoscopy is usually part of a routine eye test to screen for eye diseases. It looks at the back of the eye. The back of the eye is called the fundus. It consi... More
12. Prenatal Ultrasound Scan Ultrasound is an essential tool for evaluating your baby during pregnancy. More than one half of all pregnant women in the undergo at least one ultrasound examinati... More
13. Comprehensive Eye Examination A standard ophthalmic exam is a comprehensive series of tests done by an ophthalmologist , a doctor specializing in eye health, to check both your vision and the he... More
14. CT of Brain A cranial CT scan of the head is a diagnostic tool used to create detailed pictures of the skull, brain, paranasal sinuses, and eye sockets. CT stands for computed ... More
15. MRI of Brain Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head is a painless, noninvasive test that produces detailed images of your brain and brain stem. The test is carried out wit... More
16. Skin Lesion Biopsy A skin lesion biopsy is a simple medical procedure in which a sample of your skin is removed and tested in a laboratory. The sample taken during a biopsy is often v... More
17. Ultrasound of Kidney
18. Urinalysis A urinalysis is a laboratory test done to detect problems with your body that can appear in your urine. Many illnesses and disorders affect how your body removes wa... More
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Medical Procedures for Tuberous Sclerosis

1. Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is a holistic, patient-centered, occupation-based approach to life skill development. This health profession helps people whose lives have been... More
2. Educational Therapy
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Surgical Procedures for Tuberous Sclerosis

1. Laser Surgery Laser surgery uses the heat from a laser beam to destroy cells that need to be removed. Laser surgery can be a very powerful and effective tool, especially when tre... More
2. Surgical Removal of Tumor Tumor removal is a surgical procedure to remove an abnormal growth. More
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Prescribed Medications for Tuberous Sclerosis

1. corticotropin(Acthar , Acthar Gel- H P) CORTICOTROPIN (kawr ti koh TROH pin) is a hormone that occurs naturally in the body. It is used as a diagnostic aid to test the adrenal glands. It is also used to t... More
2. medroxyPROGESTERone(Provera , others...) Close MEDROXYPROGESTERONE (me DROX ee proe JES te rone) is a hormone in a class called progestins. It is commonly used to prevent the uterine lining from overgrowth in wo... More
3. tamoxifen(Nolvadex , Soltamox) TAMOXIFEN (ta MOX i fen) blocks the effects of estrogen. It is commonly used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to decrease the chance of breast cancer coming ... More
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