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Tuberous sclerosis with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder- A case report

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Case Report

Author Details : Ichpreet Singh, Prajakta Patkar, Suprakash Chaudhury*, D Saldanha, Chetan Diwan

Volume : 8, Issue : 3, Year : 2018

Article Page : 123-125

https://10.18231/2348-7682.2018.0028

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Abstract

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.

How to cite : Singh I, Patkar P, Chaudhury S, Saldanha D, Diwan C, Tuberous sclerosis with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder- A case report. Panacea J Med Sci 2018;8(3):123-125

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