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Five “relatively unknown” facts about
Tuberous sclerosis complex
Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple organ systems in the body
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TSC is caused by mutations in either the TSC1 or TSC2 gene, which are responsible for regulating cell growth and division
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TSC affects approximately 1 in 6,000 people worldwide, regardless of gender or ethnicity
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The most common symptoms of TSC are benign tumor growths, known as hamartomas, which can develop in various organs such as the brain, heart, kidneys, and skin
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Seizures are the most common medical condition of people with TSC. Although estimates vary, 70%–90% of people with TSC experience seizures at some point in their life