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Background

• Tuberous sclerosis (TSC), also called Bourneville's disease, is a rare genetic disorder that causes noncancerous (benign) tumors to grow in many parts of the body, such as the brain, eyes, heart, kidneys, lungs, and skin.
• Symptoms of TSC are highly variable, depending on where the tumors develop. The symptoms of TSC range from very mild to debilitating. For instance, some people may have discolored patches of skin, while others may have seizures or intellectual disabilities (formerly called mental retardation). In rare cases, tumors may develop inside vital organs, leading to organ dysfunction. Tumors in organs, such as the brain, may be life-threatening.
• Some people may experience symptoms of TSC at birth. However, most do not develop symptoms until early childhood. Some people may not develop noticeable symptoms until adulthood.
• Researchers estimate that TSC affects one out of 5,800-30,000 people worldwide.
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Causes

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Signs and Symptoms

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Diagnosis

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Complications

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Treatment

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Integrative Therapies

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Prevention

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Author Information

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References

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