An inheritable disorder characterized by skin lesions , varying degrees of mental retardation , and seizures .
Tuberous sclerosis is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait.
The disease is named after the typical brain lesion which is called a tuber. Later seizures tend to be myoclonic. Mental retardation becomes evident as infants begin to miss their normal developmental milestones . Several different skin lesions are common in tuberous sclerosis. Prevention Genetic counseling is recommended for prospective parents with a family history of tuberous sclerosis.