Conditions
Tuberous Sclerosis
Tuberous Sclerosis might sound like something you’d find in a hanging basket, but the name actually refers to growths that form on the brain which look like rounded swellings (tubers). Affecting around 8,000 people in the UK to varying degrees (less than 1% of the population), it is essentially a genetic condition caused by a problem with one of two genes involved in the process of growing cells in the body. Tuberous Sclerosis sufferers are more at risk of epileptic fits, kidney problems, autism and heart problems. The condition also has a tendency to appear as marks or lesions on the face, which can be uncomfortable and distressing. While there is no cure for TS, people can live normal lives and treatment is available for the symptoms. However, some people are so mildly affected that the condition is never even diagnosed.
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I have extremely mild TS and used to suffer from epilepsy as a child of 15months up until the age of seven. Me and my partner are hoping to start a family soon and I was wondering if there were any advanced tests which can see if you can pass this genetic disorder on to your children?
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I have been told I have linchen sclerosis, I am so depressed as I have constant splitting and sorness and iching on the outer and inner part of my labia. Cannot possibily have sex and in pain all the time, is there any hope for me as I feel very upset for myself and my husband. I cannot get any relief from this. I am a 55 type 2 diabetic and never use anything with chemicals or soap in my washing and only using aqueous cream which was prescribed by my Doctor.
Can anyone help me.
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Dear sir, madam I have IS since last two year. I have lungs TS in my neck,Actually i have repaid again. The first time i had October 2006 and i took medicine but doesn't work and again repaid now i am taking medicine but my neck's soling going down but still paining So this time dost it working or not if you have any idea or something pls reapply me i will appreciate.
suja
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No
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I have TS.
I have read there is a new drug being tested which originates from soil on Easter Island in the Pacific.
Is this available yet?
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