Tuberous sclerosis with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder- A case report

Authors : Ichpreet Singh, Ichpreet Singh, Prajakta Patkar, Prajakta Patkar, Suprakash Chaudhury, Suprakash Chaudhury, D Saldanha, D Saldanha, Chetan Diwan, Chetan Diwan

DOI : 10.18231/2348-7682.2018.0028

Volume : 8

Issue : 3

Year : 0

Page No : 123-125

A patient with tuberous sclerosis and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders is reported. He presented with generalized tonic-clonic seizures, skin lesions, restlessness, irritability, hyperactivity and impulsivity since 4 years. He had also developed hyperactivity and impulsivity for the past 2 years. Examination showed Shagreen patches and multiple hypomelanotic macules. MRI brain revealed multiple cortical tubers and sub-ependymal nodules. The condition is briefly discussed.

Keywords: Tuberous sclerosis, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Tuberous sclerosis associated neuropsychiatric disorders.


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