Welcome to the Web site of the Tuberous Sclerosis Association, the UK charity that supports sufferers, promotes awareness, and seeks the causes and best possible management of Tuberous Sclerosis (TSC).
What is Tuberous Sclerosis Complex? TSC is a complex genetic condition caused by an alteration in a gene. People with TSC have growths, sometimes called tubers or lesions in different organs of the body (brain, heart, eyes, skin, kidneys, lungs) and may have epilepsy, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and kidney problems. Symptoms vary from one person to another with some people showing very few symptoms and others more severely affected.
The Genetic Interest Group is looking at the experiences that people with genetic conditions have had when applying for insurance products such as travel, life assurance and medical insurance. More »
Results of animal research have just been published that show the drug Sirolimus (Rapamycin) can not only prevent seizures in an animal model of TSC, but also reverses seizures in older animals. More »
The Tuberous Sclerosis Association discussion forum is celebrating its 2nd birthday. In that time there have been 2024 posts in 295 topics, and 239 total registered members. Thanks to everyone who has contributed to the forum - an on-line community where families and individuals affected by Tuberous Sclerosis share experiences.
