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Tuberous Sclerosis: Benign Tumors that Develop in Organs of Children and Adults

Tuberous sclerosis, also called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC), is a genetic, life-long condition that causes lesions and benign tumors in the organs (mainly the brain, eyes, heart, kidney, skin and lungs). These lesions and non-cancerous tumors continue to grow because the body’s cells reproduce when they shouldn’t. Derek Bauer, MD, discusses the symptoms and treatment of TSC. For more information, visit https://uvahealth.com/services/neuroc... Tuberous sclerosis is a disease that manifests across the age spectrum. Children predominantly have neurologic manifestations, including seizures, developmental delay, and there’s a strong correlation with autism spectrum disorder as well. As children get older, other manifestations emerge, including the development of tumors on the kidneys. As well as various dermatologic or skin manifestations that, depending on the patient, can be more or less burdensome. To fully get the appropriate treatment for tuberous sclerosis, having a multidisciplinary treatment team is a key aspect of the disease and its treatment. We have a dedicated space for the treatment of children and adults at the same time. That’s really important because tuberous sclerosis is a genetic condition, meaning multiple family members, children and adults, can have the disease. Instead of having to have families go to two separate places to see providers, we have a dedicated space for both pediatric and adult neurologists, as well as other experts in tuberous sclerosis that can see patients and families together.